Environment & sustainability

The Terelion Circularity programme for tungsten carbide drill bits at the Rio Tinto Kennecott mine is estimated to reduce CO2 emissions related to carbide drill bits by 64%.

Findings from this research are expected to be published in early 2024.

Proof-of-concept mining haul truck performs to all testing benchmarks, proving itself as a viable zero emission alternative to diesel.

The company has successfully produced lithium carbonate from naturally occurring geothermal brines: a major step forward in the UK’s ambitions to produce a domestic supply of lithium.

First Mode and ABB have signed an order for 80 BORDLINE® ESS lithium-ion battery systems to power diesel-free mining haul trucks.

The Copper Mark, the assurance framework to promote responsible practices in the copper, molybdenum, nickel and zinc industries, has released its first Monitoring and Evaluation report.

The companies will focus on areas such as electrification, the supply of desalinated water, the stability and monitoring of tailings deposits, and the decarbonisation of processes.

The project's goal is to increase the recovery of copper and gold from the ore through a more efficient and sustainable extraction process.

A new consortium of eight global mining companies has launched a multi-year initiative to develop and implement new technological applications for managing tailings.

Saleem Varghese and Carola Sepulveda, Worley, discuss how uniting thinking on mining and water solutions can save money and protect the environment.

Carlton’s Langage green hydrogen hub in Devon to supply Sibelco and Imerys minerals.

The report highlights the Company’s ongoing progress against these areas and the positive impact from its investment in Egypt.

Through this collaboration, NMG’s Matawinie Mine is set to become the world’s first all-electric open-pit mine and a technological showcase site.

Anglo American plc has welcomed the decision in Chile by the Committee of Ministers to approve its environmental permit application for the Los Bronces Integrated Project (LBIP).

Arafura Rare Earths Ltd has announced the signing of an offtake agreement with Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy A/S – the global wind turbine manufacturer.