Focus on Minerals
Chile’s Codelco copper output up ‘slightly’ in 2024, Chairman tells paper
Codelco is expected to have binding offers for its Maricunga lithium project in the first quarter of 2025.
Australia needs better ways of storing renewable electricity for later. That’s where ‘flow batteries’ can help
As Australia’s grid embraces renewables, flow batteries emerge as a promising solution for long-duration energy storage.
Agency approves expanding Okefenokee wildlife refuge, setting up possible buyout of mining project
Federal agency approves 22,000-acre expansion of Okefenokee Swamp refuge, potentially blocking controversial mining project.
Biden administration issues permit for Perpetua’s Idaho antimony and gold mine
Biden administration grants final mining permit for Perpetua Resources' Idaho project, reducing U.S. reliance on China for antimony.
China proposes further export curbs on battery, critical minerals tech
The restrictions could hinder the overseas expansion plans of major Chinese battery makers.
Cobalt miner Jervois in rescue deal to better compete with China
The price of cobalt has tumbled 72% since hitting a peak in April 2022.
A drop in groundwater could mean big trouble for a tiny snail as Nevada lithium project presses on
A tiny and endangered species of snail could put a hold on one of the United States' largest planned lithium mines.
BMW, Yamaha Motor back US rare earths startup Phoenix Tailings
BMW and Yamaha Motor have invested in U.S. startup Phoenix Tailings to enhance rare earth processing, reducing reliance on China.
Cocoa tops global commodities rally for 2nd year, steel ingredients struggle on China demand
Cocoa and coffee prices surged in 2024 due to global supply deficits, while steel-making coal struggled amid China's slow growth.
Brazil’s Vale reaches $1.8 billion railway concessions deal
Vale agrees to pay up to 11 billion reais for railway concessions, revising contracts extended to 2057 under new terms.
