The Copper Mark’s Post

With known deposits of 16 of the 31 critical minerals seen as necessary building blocks of the technology to help combat climate change, B.C. is in a great position to realize the economic benefits that they can provide.

Recent commitments by various countries and corporations to reach net-zero emissions have prompted increased reliance on critical minerals. The limited supply of these minerals, combined with growing geopolitical tensions, have led to the development of initiatives and policies designed to assert certain levels of control over mineral exploration and development activities within the borders various states. In a recent Canadian Mining Journal article, Robin Longe, José Ignacio Morán, María Paula Morelli and Michael R. Rattagan delve into the rise of resource nationalism in Canada and Latin America. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g_TUA2Pu #MiningLaw #CriticalMinerals #ESG #ResourceNationalism

🌍 This year, over 670 shareholder resolutions from 16 countries were featured on the PRI Resolution Database! 🌿 New topics this year include the social harm of artificial intelligence, the impacts of deep-sea mining, and the financing of low-carbon energy projects. 📅Sign up for our webinar on 31 July to hear an in-depth analysis from PRI stewardship experts: https://lnkd.in/eQHPt3ib

Elements of energy: 1. Mining for a green future 2. The lithium boom: What's holding back a lithium rush in the U.S.? 3. The copper tradeoff: Protecting today's lands versus preserving tomorrow's climate 4. The human cost of cobalt: Modern slavery in the Democratic Republic of the Congo 5. The promise of nickel: Power and prosperity in Indonesia

Our world's climate is changing because of our emissions of greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere. But these emissions are difficult to directly measure. So, data sets are generally created through calculations from a method developed by scientists contributing to international guidance produced and updated by the IPCC. How do we know that these data are accurate? I offer some comments in today's post on doctorclimatechange. https://lnkd.in/gexF4bfr

As the energy and climate transition gathers pace, countries are locking in supplies of minerals critical to it. Australian mineral explorers, developers and producers must understand the potential implications for their businesses and the impact on individual projects across a range of possible scenarios https://lnkd.in/gdXjUEwk

It's encouraging to see more attention to critical minerals #mining in the United States. This move reflects the growing realization that pledges to build clean energy infrastructure might be moot unless we also boost domestic production of #CriticalMinerals.

As Canada's climate changes, new environmental challenges are emerging for our mining sector related to: ➡️ considering current and future climate changes in tailings containment structure designs. ➡️ ensuring long-term effectiveness of reclamation systems. Understanding and addressing these challenges is crucial for the future of the industry. Read our report to stay informed and prepared: https://ow.ly/pHuM50ST9HW #ChangingClimate

🚨 New Word Alert: Ecocide! 🌍 As we approach the next election, illegal mining (galamsey) and its devastating effects remind us of the urgency of climate action. This is the time to ask our leaders the hard questions: ❓ What are their plans to end illegal mining? ❓ How will they tackle climate change and improve access to clean water? Your vote is a powerful tool. Let’s choose leaders who prioritize sustainable development. 📖 The history books will judge our inaction. Let’s act now. #VoteforClimateChange

It's encouraging to see more attention to critical minerals #mining in the United States. This move reflects the growing realization that pledges to build clean energy infrastructure might be moot unless we also boost domestic production of #CriticalMinerals.