Mining in the DRC linked to rising reproductive health issues for women
In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the mining of cobalt and copper—critical materials for battery technologies—appears to be taking a toll on the reproductive...
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India urged to invest in domestic critical mineral production to reduce dependence on imports
India must prioritize investments in its domestic critical mineral sector to reduce its heavy reliance on imports of cobalt, lithium and nickel, according to a...
Australia urged to lead in critical minerals supply for green energy transition
Australia must “step up” and take a leadership role in the global supply and refining of critical minerals, which are essential for powering the transition...
UK budget to boost financial support for critical mineral imports, reducing reliance on China
UK companies that import critical minerals will receive increased financial support in Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves’ upcoming budget, aimed at strengthening British industries...
Chalice Mining’s Gonneville project in Australia granted major project status by Commonwealth Minister
Commonwealth Industry and Science Minister Ed Husic has officially granted major project status to Chalice Mining’s Gonneville project, located in Western Australia. Situated approximately 70...
Critical Minerals Africa 2024 summit to highlight surge in demand for lithium, cobalt and copper
Demand for energy transition metals like lithium, cobalt and copper is projected to quadruple by 2030, driven by the rapid growth of clean energy technologies,...
Aurania Resources signs MOUs for nickel-rich beach placer exploitation in France
Aurania Resources Ltd. has signed non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) with the Communes of Ogliastro and Nonza in Cap Corse, Northern Corsica, France, through its...
Navigating challenges and opportunities in Namibia’s resurgent mining sector
Namibia’s mining sector, a vital component of the country’s economy, is experiencing a significant resurgence, particularly in uranium and gold mining. However, while the potential...
India’s global partnerships in critical minerals: A strategic overview
This blog series explores India’s expanding international collaborations in the critical minerals sector, serving as a comprehensive resource for primary sources. It delves into various...
Is Norway’s deep-sea mining venture a high-risk frontier?
In what is now Norway, ancient fisher-farmers once caught massive bluefin tuna along the world’s second-longest coastline. Over the centuries, Norwegians honed their fishing techniques,...
