March 29, 2022

This is why lithium-sulphur batteries have a short life

Researchers at Uppsala University say some bottlenecks need to be eliminated to improve the performance of lithium-sulphur batteries.

March 28, 2022

Mining among sectors more affected by climate change in the US

A recent study led by University of Cambridge researchers looked at the environmental impact over five decades.

March 25, 2022

Mining sector needs to rebrand to attract Gen Z talent – report

Global study by BDO states that nearly half of the world’s natural resources organizations find it difficult to attract and retain early-career professionals.

March 24, 2022

Mining School funding bill to go before Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee

Bill could establish a competitive grant program that would provide $10 million a year for eight years to eligible colleges and universities to train the next generation of mining engineers.

March 24, 2022

Gold mining firms should cooperate more with artisanal miners, WGC says

Pressure has grown from governments and non-governmental organisations for more to be done to bring artisanal miners into the market.

March 22, 2022

Synthetic graphite from industrial waste may be key for next-gen battery systems

German scientists are exploring sustainable synthesis routes for graphite from industrial waste.

March 21, 2022

Copper, gold, silver key to making carbon capture efforts succeed – study

Chemists at Tsinghua University have developed a nano-scale structure that combines copper, gold and silver to work as a superior catalyst in a reaction whose performance will be essential if…

March 18, 2022

Rare earths show potential for quantum communications, processors

Researchers discovered the value of europium molecular crystals for quantum communications and processors.

March 17, 2022

Carbon-neutral biosurfactants may help boost mineral extraction from low-grade ores

“The world’s growing reliance on minerals and metals in the transition to a clean energy future is exceeding current extraction capabilities."

March 16, 2022

New insights into how to discover porphyry-type copper deposits

Porphyry-type deposits provide most of the world's copper and molybdenum, as well as large amounts of gold and other metals.