Latest Sustainable Development News

Estrella Resources has kicked off bulk sample extraction at its Ira Miri manganese project in Timor-Leste, aiming to produce up to 30,000 tonnes of high-grade ore for appraisal and export. This milestone sets the stage for deeper geological insights and stronger international partnerships.

29Metals reported a strong December quarter with increased copper and zinc production at Golden Grove, cost efficiencies, and steady progress on key projects, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended pending regulatory approvals.

Green Technology Metals has extended its Letter of Interest with Export Development Canada for up to C$100 million in financing, reinforcing the strategic development of its Seymour Lithium Project in Ontario.

Critical Resources has engaged SLR Consulting to streamline permitting for its Mavis Lake Lithium Project in Ontario, aiming to fast-track approvals and secure government funding. This move strengthens the project’s role in North America’s lithium supply chain amid growing demand for sustainable battery materials.

Titanium Sands Limited has lodged an Industrial Mining License application for its Mannar Heavy Minerals Project in Sri Lanka, marking a pivotal step towards production. The project boasts a substantial mineral resource and is progressing through environmental and feasibility milestones despite recent cyclone delays.

Patagonia Lithium has reached 335 metres depth in its Formentera lithium brine drilling program in Argentina, successfully collecting brine and core samples for detailed analysis. The company plans further drilling and geophysical surveys to refine its Mineral Resource Estimate.

Fenix Resources has achieved a record quarterly iron ore shipment of 1.2 million tonnes, driving a strong cash increase to A$79 million and reaffirming its FY26 production guidance.

Western Gold Resources Limited has released an updated Mineral Resource Estimate for its Gold Duke Project, reporting 277,000 ounces of gold and setting the stage for near-term production.

InhaleRx Limited has successfully closed its entitlement offer and placement, raising $857,730 to support the clinical development of inhaled treatments targeting cancer pain and mental health conditions.

BCI Minerals has secured crucial environmental approvals to proceed with its optimized dredging strategy at the Mardie Salt Operation, setting the stage for first salt shipments by late 2026.

Lake Resources has secured a crucial environmental management plan approval for its Kachi Lithium Project, marking a significant step toward final environmental impact assessment clearance and sustainable lithium production.

Variscan Mines has secured government approval for its Preliminary Mining Plan, enabling critical pre-works and trial mining at the San Jose Mine in Spain. This milestone accelerates the company’s strategy to restart production with minimal capital expenditure.