Latest Permitting Challenges News

Anson Resources has announced its first JORC-compliant lithium resource estimate for the Green River Project in Utah, revealing significant lithium-brine volumes and plans to expand via historic well re-entry.

GTI Energy’s updated scoping study for its Lo Herma Uranium Project in Wyoming highlights a promising low-cost in-situ recovery operation with robust economics and a 7-year mine life. The study outlines a central processing plant scenario delivering strong returns amid a supportive regulatory and infrastructure environment.

Black Dragon Gold Corp. reported a Q1 2025 net loss of CAD 377,262 while advancing its Salave Gold Project in Spain, navigating permitting challenges and legal disputes over land re-zoning. The company also progressed exploration and asset sales in Australia, maintaining a cautious outlook on financing.

Global Uranium and Enrichment Limited has completed a scoping study for its Hansen Deposit in Colorado, revealing strong economic potential through innovative mining and beneficiation methods.

Variscan Mines Limited reported standout high-grade zinc and lead drill results from its Novales-Udias Project in northern Spain, alongside strong governmental support that bolsters its mine restart ambitions.

Diablo Resources has identified six promising copper mineralisation targets at its newly acquired Phoenix Copper Project near the Lisbon Valley Mine, backed by a $576,800 capital raise to fund upcoming drilling in 2025.

Felix Gold Limited advances its Treasure Creek Project in Alaska, aiming for near-term domestic antimony production by late 2025, supported by ongoing metallurgical testing and strong U.S. government backing. The company also highlights its significant gold resource base in the Fairbanks Mining District, positioning itself as a dual-critical minerals player.

RTG Mining Inc. is advancing rapidly towards financing the Stage 1 Direct Shipping Operation at its high-grade Mabilo Copper and Gold Project in the Philippines, with a capital budget confirmed under US$25 million. Meanwhile, exploration at the Chanach Project in Kyrgyzstan reveals significant porphyry targets, positioning RTG for a pivotal year ahead.

AusQuest Limited has announced a significant porphyry copper-gold discovery at its Cangallo Project in Peru, marking a potential turning point ahead of an active 2025 exploration calendar. The company also secured $2.4 million in funding to advance drilling programs across its Peru and Australian assets.

Gold Mountain Limited reports strong exploration progress across its Brazilian lithium, rare earth, and copper projects, highlighted by high-grade drill results and expanding target pipelines.