Companies & Organisations
Esil-Mining to Commence Tungsten Mining in North Kazakhstan by 2028
Esil-Mining plans to start tungsten mining in North Kazakhstan by 2028, with a projected annual output of 1 million tonnes and a mine lifespan of 16 years.
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Companies & Organisations
EU Criticised for Backing Portugal’s Barroso Lithium Mine Despite “Grave Environmental and Safety Risks”
NGOs accuse the European Commission of fast-tracking Portugal’s Barroso lithium mine despite evidence of severe environmental and safety risks.
Policies and Regulation
Kyrgyzstan Unveils Critical Minerals Strategy at MINEX Eurasia Conference in London
The Minister emphasized the need for sustainable development and responsible mining practices, citing the importance of environmental and social aspects. He noted that the government is working to create a favorable investment…
Companies & Organisations
Rio Tinto Mothballs Controversial $2.95bn Jadar Lithium Project in Serbia
Rio Tinto Group has suspended its contentious $2.95 billion Jadar lithium and boron project in Serbia, placing it into “care and maintenance,” according to an internal memo seen by Bloomberg. The decision…
Companies & Organisations
Rio Tinto’s Oyu Tolgoi Mine Exposes the Gap Between Ethical Investment and Reality
Rio Tinto’s Oyu Tolgoi mine faces renewed criticism as investors receive settlements while Mongolian herders continue to bear the environmental costs of corporate negligence.
Companies & Organisations
Historic Swedish Church Completes Epic Relocation by LKAB
A total of 23 historic buildings have already been moved. LKAB, which announced the discovery of Europe's largest deposit of rare earth elements next to the mine in 2023, is footing the…
Companies & Organisations
Rio Tinto Pushes Forward with Serbia’s Jadar Lithium Project Amid Environmental Debate
Rio Tinto is pushing to restart its Jadar lithium project in Serbia, despite ongoing protests and environmental concerns.
Industry News
Zijin’s Shadow: Villagers in Serbia and Tajikistan Bear Brunt of Chinese Mining Expansion
Villagers in Serbia and Tajikistan say Zijin’s mining brings pollution, not prosperity—while governments deepen ties with China.
Companies & Organisations
North Macedonia’s ESM Plans to Open New Coal Mine Near Greek Border
North Macedonia's ESM plans to open a short-term coal mine in Zivojno by 2026, despite the government's commitment to shut down coal plants by 2030.
Industry News
Europe’s Lithium Mining Debate: Environmental Costs vs. Green Transition
The push for lithium mining in Europe faces fierce opposition as experts debate its environmental impact and economic necessity.