July 14, 2021

OceanaGold to restart Didipio mine after new deal with Philippines

The gold-copper mine, which has been idled since 2019, will be restarted "as soon as possible" and will run for another 25 years.

July 13, 2021

Western Australia plans world’s biggest renewable energy hub

The Western Green Energy Hub (WGEH) would stretch across an area bigger than greater Sydney, and could produce up to 50 gigawatts of energy.

July 12, 2021

Rio Tinto to keep South African operation shut

Richards Bay Minerals, shut down following the murder of the top manager, will open only if safety of people is guaranteed.

July 9, 2021

Australia to appeal climate ruling that threatens fossil fuels

Environment Minister Sussan Ley has “formed the view there are grounds on which to appeal,” her office said Friday in a statement, without specifying details of the issues the government…

July 8, 2021

Rio Tinto, POSCO join forces to cut steel sector emissions

Partnership will explore a range of technologies for decarbonization across the value chain from iron ore mining to steelmaking.

July 8, 2021

Australia must weigh climate change in mine approvals — court

Federal judge has ruled the environment minister has a duty to consider risks emissions pose to young people when approving coal mines or expansions.

July 6, 2021

Fortescue produces first green iron ore, part of carbon neutrality goal

The company has produced both green iron and green cement in trials that are part of its goal to be a top player in the renewable energy market.

July 2, 2021

Nauru puts UN on two-year deadline to make deep-sea mining rules

The Pacific island nation has notified a United Nations body of plans to start deep-sea mining, giving the International Seabed Authority two years to complete long-running talks on rules governing…

June 29, 2021

Freeport to acquire Yandera copper project in PNG

The imminent purchase follows the junior's acquisition of the Star Mountains copper-gold project, 25km from Ok Tedi.

June 25, 2021

Western Australia’s miners call for inquiry over reported sexual assaults

Mining companies with operations in the state back call for a parliamentary inquiry into climbing sexual assault and harassment allegations in the workplace.