Focus on Minerals
Europe needs way to price critical minerals independently of China, group says
Weak prices are making it difficult for Western start-ups to compete with China.
Investment in critical minerals in web of doubt, industry says
Companies are reluctant to invest, uncertain about the demand for electric vehicles and government approaches to zero-carbon goals.
Nations gather to negotiate deep sea mining code as opposition mounts
As many as 27 countries are calling for at least a temporary ban.
Quebec town leaders, residents unite to decide fate of mine with ties to Pentagon
Lomiko Metals Inc has announced plans to build a graphite mine in the Laurentians, but residents living nearby have protested the project
Lundin Mining, BHP weighing joint bid for copper miner Filo Corp, sources say
Lundin Mining and BHP Group are considering a joint bid for Filo Corp, which saw its stock rise 12% on the news, valuing...
Ontario mining law ‘outdated and offensive’: First Nation chief
Ontario's mining law and its system for registering mining claims have allowed claims to be staked on a First Nation without consent.
Teck Coal faces five charges for allegedly dumping harmful substances in B.C. waters
Teck Coal Limited has been charged for allegedly dumping harmful substances into fish-frequented waters in B.C. from its coal mine.
Chilean lithium to be eligible for U.S. tax break
Chilean-mined lithium for EV batteries will qualify for the benefits under the Inflation Reduction Act due to Santiago's free trade agreement with Washington.
Demand for rare elements could help clean up old US coal mines
Yttrium, gallium and many more critical minerals could be salvaged as researchers look to West Virginia's coal mines for valuable metals.
