Latest Environmental Impact News

St Barbara reveals plans to expand its 15-Mile processing plant capacity from 2.1 Mtpa to 3.0 Mtpa, integrating Cochrane Hill ore to target annual gold production exceeding 100,000 ounces.

Vulcan Steel Limited reported a 12.6% revenue decline and a 64.8% drop in net profit for the first half of FY25 amid challenging market conditions. Despite this, the company achieved a 10% return on capital employed and is positioning itself for growth as economic recovery signs emerge.

Foresta Group Holdings has signed a non-binding term sheet with Genesis Energy to supply torrefied wood pellets for Huntly Power Station, marking a pivotal step toward reducing New Zealand’s coal dependency by 2028.

Lightning Minerals has appointed Energold Drilling S.A. to commence a 2,000m diamond drilling program at its Esperança lithium project in Brazil, targeting spodumene-bearing pegmatites identified late last year.

Lithium Energy Limited has obtained final Environmental Impact Assessment approvals for key Solaroz concessions, paving the way for the next phase of lithium exploration and evaluation in Argentina.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has raised A$3.5 million through a placement to fund critical development milestones for its Colossus Rare Earth Element project, following a major resource upgrade.

Nufarm’s 2025 AGM revealed a resilient FY24 performance despite industry headwinds, with strategic investments in omega-3 canola, biofuels, and cost-saving initiatives setting the stage for growth in FY25.

Centaurus Metals’ Jaguar Nickel Sulphide Project has been selected to join Brazil’s Climate and Ecological Transformation Investment Platform, opening access to a substantial capital pool aimed at supporting sustainable development and decarbonisation.

Vertex Minerals has begun commissioning a cutting-edge laser ore sorter at its Hill End gravity gold plant, aiming to enhance ore grade and reduce operational costs significantly.

Lithium Energy Limited has secured unconditional shareholder approval for the amended sale of its Solaroz Lithium Brine Project, with completion now staged over two tranches through January 2026. Meanwhile, the company prepares for the Axon Graphite spin-out IPO, navigating an ongoing ASX trading suspension due to operational thresholds.

Strike Resources reports steady progress on its high-grade Apurimac Iron Ore Project in Peru, alongside key developments in its Lithium Energy investment and sale agreement.

Cosmos Exploration has taken a major step into the global lithium market by signing an exclusive option agreement to acquire EAU Lithium Pty Ltd, unlocking access to Bolivia’s vast lithium resources and pioneering advanced extraction technology.