#Albania

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Albania’s Path to Sustainable Resource Management: A Workshop on Critical Raw Materials

UNECE and Albanian agencies hold a workshop to promote sustainable resource management using UN frameworks, highlighting the importance of quality evidence and project maturity in mining.

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Miner Killed in Bulqiza Mine Collapse, Five Employees Arrested Over Safety Failures

A miner was killed in a Bulqiza mine collapse; five technical staff members are under arrest for neglecting safety protocols.

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Kosovo and Albania Strengthen Cooperation in Mining Sector

Kosovo and Albania plan to boost cooperation in mining and geological research.

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Mining Permits in Albania Remain Stable in 2023

Albania's mining permits remained stable in 2023, with chrome ore dominating the industry.

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Chromium Leads Albania’s Mining Sector in Production and Permits

Chromium remains the leading mineral in Albania's mining sector, with 920 thousand tons produced in 2023.

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Uranium Exploration in Albania: Challenges and Consequences

Uranium exploration in Albania encountered challenges, with low reserves and adverse health impacts on workers, prompting the cessation of operations.

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Researchers just discovered a massive ‘jacuzzi bubbling with almost pure hydrogen’ — a lucrative source of clean energy

Hydrogen is increasingly viewed as a promising alternative to fossil fuels due to its lack of carbon emissions when burned.