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🇺🇸 COPPER, ZINC: "Biden set to block Ambler mining road in Alaska wilderness" 🌲 The move to preserve the preserve the pristine wilderness has been sought by Alaskan tribes, but would keep the critical minerals in the region from being mined. The Biden administration is preparing to reject a controversial road-building project need to mine major copper and zinc deposits in the remote Alaska wilderness, a move sought by native tribes, but one that would keep critical minerals needed for the U.S. clean energy transition out of reach. In a final environmental analysis due out later this week, the Interior Department is expected to issue a recommendation that would effectively kill the..... 👉 Article: https://lnkd.in/dH6aA9sW 🎯 TA RawMaterials: https://lnkd.in/d_Np2KpZ (funded by Krixos & the EU) #copper #zinc #alaska #criticalminerals #batteries #renewables #mining #evs #energytransition #cleanenergy #biden

Australia's mining sector is set to receive a significant boost with the federal government's $566.1 million investment over the next decade.  This funding will enhance geoscientific research, aiming to uncover new mineral reserves across the nation.  With over 80% of Australia's territory remaining unexplored, this initiative is poised to drive economic growth and job creation.  The investment will provide crucial data and mapping tools to support future mineral development while also emphasizing the importance of responsible resource management.  As Australia charts its course towards a sustainable future, the mining industry remains a key player in the nation's transition to clean energy and environmental stewardship. Let's dig deep and make a positive impact together! Resources: Smallcaps #MiningAustralia #SustainableFuture #Innovation

Australia’s Resource Minister Madeleine King will visit the U.S. and Canada this week to attend conferences and hold talks on critical minerals, supply chains, and decarbonization. She will also meet with her Canadian and U.S. counterparts to promote Australia’s mining sector and emphasize the high ESG and safety standards in the industry Down Under in an effort to get them on board a green surcharge for critical minerals. #criticalminerals #rawmaterials #australia #esg #supplychains

The recent events surrounding Lomiko Metals Inc.'s proposed graphite mine in Quebec's Laurentians region underscore the critical importance of securing and maintaining a social license to operate in mining projects. Community concerns about environmental impact and external involvement highlight the necessity for transparency and community-wide engagement. Without community consent, even projects with economic benefits can face significant opposition. Securing a social license goes beyond regulatory compliance—it's about earning trust and support from impacted communities. Meaningful dialogue and collaboration with residents, environmental groups, and government bodies are essential to address concerns and align projects with community values. Mining projects must be economically viable and socially and environmentally responsible. Building positive relationships with local communities is crucial for any mining initiative's long-term success and sustainability. #Mining #SocialLicense #CommunityEngagement #SustainableMining #EnvironmentalStewardship #Graphite #ElectricVehicles #Quebec https://lnkd.in/gfg_eTNX

Facts: 🏹 we need more #criticalminerals 🏹 conflict-free #mining growth depends on stakeholder trust and the ability to earn social license The attached story is about #indigenous relationships in Ontario. By rushing the development of the mineral rich Ring of Fire region, Ontario’s government has created pushback from Indigenous communities with lands in the area. By not focusing on fostering trust and collaboration, development has been slowed down instead of sped up. Context - 54% of worldwide critical minerals projects are on or adjacent to Indigenous lands. More broadly, communities make or break conflict-free projects. The speed of trust is a ‘hard’ speed limit - it can’t be broken. Earnest transparent engagement and solutions that respect local realities are essential for building trust. Are mining companies flexible with business models in ways that integrate with differentiated local realities? #localcontent? Modular projects? Ownership schemes that may include communities? Artisanal miners are another key stakeholder group that matters. Often extending from nearby communities and being early indicators for LSM exploration, LSM collaboration with #asm flips narratives from conflict to collaboration while supporting broader license with communities. Risks are lowered, productivity increased, a win/win given that outcomes for artisanal miners are to enhance dignity and productivity, while #sustainabledevelopment can be triggered for communities. The Blended Capital Group understands the commercially realistic opportunities that combine dignity and productivity in the 45 million person strong ASM sector, along with our partners we are committed to reimagining outcomes in the sector. Alliance for Responsible Mining (ARM) Levin Sources BanQu Inc. Napier Meridian #sdgs #energytransition #netzero #responsiblemining #sustainablemining #humanrights https://lnkd.in/g4PSUm4w

There is a rising global demand for #energytransition #minerals, and many believe that #mining can drive #equitable #economicdevelopment and #growth for #communities with #criticalminerals. Yet one is hard-pressed to find any evidence of that in many of the host communities of large-scale mining operations because major reforms in #governmentpolicy and #industrypractice are urgently needed to transform systemic and structural disadvantages John Burton, Deanna Kemp, Rodger Barnes and Joni Parmenter of the Sustainable Minerals Institute report on the local realities in #Australia #firstnations #transitionminerals #lithium #cobalt #nickel #copper  #standards #fpic #investing #esg #geospatialdata #socialimpact #socialperformance #responsiblemining #governmentpolicies https://bit.ly/4az5Xwm  

**Deep-sea mining could cause $500bn in environmental damage** - Environmental Impact: Deep-sea mining could pose a significant threat to biodiversity, potentially causing 25 times more damage than land-based #mining and resulting in $500bn of lost value, as per a recent study. - Mineral Resources: Critical minerals essential for #electricvehicle production, such as #cobalt, #nickel, #copper, and #manganese, are found under the ocean floor, with reserves valued between $8trn and $16trn. - Economic Risks: Extracting metals from the seabed could lead to $30bn–132bn in value destruction for the mining industry, according to the report authored by Planet Tracker. - Financial Outlook: High operating expenditures make returns negative for investors in deep-sea mining, impacting sectors like #terrestrialmining and fishing, leading to skepticism among major banks like NatWest and Standard Chartered. - Industry Voices: Experts like biologist Dr. Kirsten Thompson and industrial private equity figure Victor Vescovo express doubts about the sustainability and financial viability of deep-sea mining, citing technological challenges and high risks. #mines #mining #rawmaterials #decarbonisation #mineralexploration

Why SkyFi for mining? - Environmental Monitoring: Assess environmental impact and compliance - Resource Allocation: Identify and prioritize high-potential zones - Accuracy Improvement: Cross-reference satellite data with manual surveys - Risk Mitigation: Reduce personnel entry in hazardous areas - Increased Coverage: Cover more ground with less effort, reducing costs Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gv-ss6rB

🆕 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭!!   Discover how #ESG practices are transforming water management in mining at Knight Piesold Southern Africa. In an insightful interview with Mining Review Africa, Amelia Briel and Amanda Cassa, Pr Eng, PhD shed light on key challenges and opportunities, emphasizing the industry's commitment to a greener future. ➡️ Dive into our latest article, "𝐄𝐒𝐆 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭." 🔗 Follow the link and head to page 34-35 for the full article: 2024MRAIssue1 (vukagroup-media.com) Join us in shaping a sustainable future! #watermanagement #SustainableMining #environnement #mining #consultingengineers #engineers #environmentalresponsibility #greenerfuture #GISTM #ESG #expertinsights #DynamicModeling #miningsolutions #responsiblemining

An interesting CNBC article this week examines the tension between the increasing demand for minerals, the vast potential in seabed minerals, and the need to protect marine ecosystems. Michael Lodge, secretary-general of the UN's International Seabed Authority (ISA), believes deep-sea mining could soon become a reality due to global interest in the industry and the potential for cost-effective mineral production. The conundrum lies in the juxtaposition of the insufficient supply of energy transition minerals needed to transform the energy sector and the uncertainty about the full environmental impacts of deep-sea mining. Multinationals such as Google, Samsung, and Volvo have pledged not to source minerals from the seabed. The article delves into the conflicting pressures of advancing the energy transition without accelerating biodiversity loss. The ISA plans to establish a regulatory framework for commercial-scale deep-sea mining, but environmental groups argue it cannot be sustainable and will lead to ecosystem destruction and species extinction. Definitely worth a read. #SustainabilityCommunication #Mining #Regulation #Environment #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #BiodiversityLoss