Environment & sustainability

Rio Tinto has approved a US$98 million (100% basis) investment in a new solar plant at the Koodaideri mine in the Pilbara, Australia.

The new Cat trolley assist system for Cat electric drive mining trucks is now available.

Aggreko has recently conducted a global survey to better understand the priorities of decision makers in the energy sector.

The Mining Association of Canada has released its annual facts and figures report, a document focused on providing a comprehensive overview of current trends in Canada's mining sector.

There has been a global increase in the support for carbon capture and storage.

The National Mining Association issued a statement from the NMA’s President & CEO, applauding the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rule.

Eurasian Resources Group is among 42 organisations to agree 10 key principles to foster a sustainable battery value chain – part of the Global Battery Alliance’s 2030 vision.

The CEO of MAC has stated that Canada’s recent commitments to mining show promise for the country’s mining sector.

After Eckington Colliery in Derbyshire unexpectedly closed in January 2019, the UK Coal Authority carried out a detailed programme of works to keep people safe and protect the environment.

A world-first public database of mine tailings dams has been created to help prevent deadly disasters.

The Future of Mining Australia conference will take place in Sofitel Sydney Wentworth from 23 - 24 March.

Sandvik Machining Solutions has decided to review the potential closure of a production plant for round tools within the Walter division in Frankfurt, Germany.

Rio Tinto has donated a further AUS$750 000 to the Red Cross’ disaster relief and recovery efforts that are supporting people affected by Australia’s bushfire crisis.

Demand for piling equipment and supplies is set to rise, owing to increasing investments in alternative energy and growing exploration activities.

Analysis from Frost & Sullivan has shown that mining water and wastewater treatment solution providers with closed-loop systems and digitalisation will experience higher growth opportunities.