British Lithium applies for a patent with extraction invention
Cornwall-based company British Lithium has invented and filed for patent a low-energy, chemical-free process, Mi-Sep, for physically separating the mica in granite that contains lithium.
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Battery-powered electric vehicles would be the most impactful in reducing mining emissions: Poll
The mining industry is expected to play a critical role in the global shift towards...
Poll finds independent verification of ESG disclosures to be important
The environmental, social and governance (ESG) reports filed by corporations are assessed by potential investors to ensure alignment of investments...
Firefinch begins pit operations at Morila gold mine in Mali
Firefinch has commenced open pit operations at the Morila Pit 5 mining area at the Morila gold mine in Mali
Barksdale to acquire two copper projects in US from Rio Tinto
Barksdale will purchase the Goat Canyon and Canelo copper projects in the US from Rio Tinto’s subsidiary.
Codelco to start work soon on $1.4bn copper project in Chile
Chilean copper miner Codelco is reportedly planning to commence construction on the $1.38bn Rajo Inca project in the coming few weeks. The project aims to overhaul the company’s ageing Salvador…
Accountability of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues should lie with senior executives: Poll
The success of a business is no longer being measured based on financial performance alone. In a poll Verdict has conducted to assess how important it is for the ultimate…
Impact on local communities is the biggest ESG area in mining that needs improvement: Poll
ESG can minimise risks and identify opportunities in the long-term by helping mining companies to raise capital and safeguard their assets from impairments. Verdict has conducted a poll to assess…
Minera Salar Blanco and Mitsui enter strategic alliance
Minera Salar Blanco (MSB) has formed an alliance with Japan’s Mitsui for the development of the Maricunga lithium project in Chile. According to the non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU), MSB…
Australia supports Iluka’s proposed Eneabba rare earths refinery
Iluka Resources has received backing from the Australian Government for its proposed rare earths refinery at Eneabba, Western Australia. In a letter to Iluka, two federal ministers said that that…
Grupo México unveils $3.1bn investment plan for Sonora mining activities
Grupo México is reportedly planning to make a $3.1bn investment for metals refining activities in Sonora. In an interview with Reuters, Grupo México’s executive vice-president Xavier García de Quevedo said…
