Environment & sustainability

Aurubis and Codelco have signed a cooperation agreement to promote responsible production of copper in Chile.

ABB has joined Euromines, which aims to promote responsible industry practices and engage with EU institutions on mining-related policy matters.

Magnetite Mines has signed a MoU with Port Pirie Regional Council to develop a green iron production hub in the South Australian city.

Piia Suvio and Tomi Ravattinen, Metso, address the comprehensive tailings and water-driven solutions that can guide the mining industry towards a more sustainable future.

Teck’s Red Dog Operations in the US has been awarded the Zinc Mark in recognition of environmentally and socially responsible production practices.

Calix has announced that its Zero Emissions Steel Technology has the potential to produce near zero emissions iron.

Vale and Hydnum Steel have signed a MoU to develop an iron ore briquette plant at a green steel project in Spain.

Two of Anglo American’s iron ore and nickel mines in Brazil have completed an IRMA audit for responsible mining.

Adionics has successfully completed 1500 hrs of direct lithium extraction testing at SQM’s Chile premises.

GRI has published a first global standard to holistically address the sustainability impacts of the mining sector, reflecting broad stakeholder demands for transparency.

Pandora has announced it is now sourcing only recycled silver and gold for all its jewellery.

TÜV NORD has launched its first ESG certification for the raw materials sector that will cover the full value chain.

The Copper Mark organisation has celebrated its first anniversary of the Molybdenum, Nickel, and Zinc Marks.

Anglo American will partner with GEM to explore new technologies to be used in batteries for electric vehicles.

Liebherr Mining and Fortescue have successfully converted an R 9400 excavator from a diesel to an electric powertrain.