The energy industry’s shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy and rechargeable batteries is drawing attention to the sustainability of the mining and minerals sector by creating demand for other raw materials in the earth’s crust, according to Scope Ratings.
Epiroc has started a new EU-funded collaboration project together with several mining companies, equipment and system manufacturers, and universities that will enable a more sustainable and efficient carbon-neutral mining operation.
The global mining industry must move away from legacy systems and processes if it is to meet the challenge of decarbonisation, according to a new report commissioned by the Weir Group plc.
Xerotech and Agder Gruppen have announced a partnership to electrify a fleet of mining and construction machines for the Scandinavian market.
Ivanhoe Mines has pledged to achieve net-zero operational GHG emissions at the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Mine in the DRC.
Perseus Mining Ltd has released its 2020 Sustainable Development Report, detailing the company’s progress over the past 12 months in delivering on its commitment to responsible mining operations in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana.
Centamin has announced that it has awarded the engineering, procurement and construction contracts for the 36 MW solar farm and 7.5 MW battery-energy storage system at the Sukari Gold Mine to juwi AG and Giza Systems.
Los Andes Copper Ltd has received Regional Environmental Committee approval for its upcoming drilling campaign at Vizcachitas.
VGK and BELAZ have discussed the course of testing of an electric dump truck with a carrying capacity of 220 t and recorded further steps on the project.
Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) has submitted an Action Pledge in support of the UN’s designation of 2021 as the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour.
ERG has established a dedicated ESG committee with the aim of fully incorporating sustainability practices into its strategy and decision-making processes.
Foran Mining Corp. has announced that its 100% owned McIlvenna Bay deposit will become the world’s first carbon neutral copper development project.
Ausenco’s 2020 Sustainability Report highlights its longstanding commitment to sustainability, sets the stage for a comprehensive review of all global activities, and reaffirms the company’s vision of finding a better way to create a sustainable future.
CMOC and IXM have joined RCS Global Group’s Better Mining program to improve conditions on and around artisanal and small scale mining sites.
Anglo American plc has published its production report for the first quarter ended 31 March 2021.