Latest Sustainable Development News

Orion Minerals has taken a major step forward by signing a non-binding term sheet with Glencore for up to US$250 million in financing and offtake agreements, advancing its Prieska Copper Zinc Mine towards production.

Nico Resources has progressed its Wingellina nickel-cobalt project through updated resource estimates, detailed metallurgical testwork, and a strategic review of scandium extraction, even as nickel market conditions remain subdued.

Highfield Resources has secured a A$10 million convertible note investment from existing strategic shareholders following the collapse of a proposed strategic transaction with China Minmetals and Yankuang Energy. The company also received renewed institutional backing from the Government of Navarra for its flagship Muga Potash Project.

Prairie Lithium has signed a non-binding agreement to supply 6,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate equivalent annually to Stardust Power’s Oklahoma refinery, reinforcing North America’s lithium supply chain.

Queensland Brine Solutions has locked in a strategic 10-hectare site to develop its Queensland Brine Management Complex, aiming to transform waste brine from the coal seam gas industry into valuable green chemicals.

Toubani Resources has achieved a crucial regulatory milestone with the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment approval for its Kobada Gold Project in Mali, paving the way for on-site development activities.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated Ltd. reported a net loss of $925,512 for Q1 2026, alongside significant progress in its Australian gold-antimony projects and key corporate milestones including TSX main board graduation.

Polymetals Resources has advanced its Endeavor Mine ramp-up, producing over 15,000 tonnes of concentrates and scheduling its first zinc shipment. The company also reduced debt and strengthened its cash position, signaling progress toward steady-state operations.

Larvotto Resources has formalised a key contract to upgrade its Hillgrove processing plant, aiming to become a major antimony producer by late 2026. Early works are progressing, with commissioning set to unlock new production capacity.

Predictive Discovery Limited and Robex Resources Inc. have agreed to merge, creating a major mid-tier gold producer in West Africa with combined production expected to exceed 400,000 ounces annually by 2029.

United Overseas Australia Ltd has completed its acquisition of a prime land parcel in Ho Chi Minh City, setting the stage for a major Grade A office development that aligns with Vietnam’s growing financial hub ambitions.

Caravel Minerals has released its first comprehensive Sustainability Report for fiscal 2025, detailing ambitious ESG initiatives and a clear roadmap toward net-zero emissions for its Caravel Copper Project in Western Australia.