Latest Sustainable Mining News

ABx Group has sent a 100 kg bulk sample from its Deep Leads rare earths project to ANSTO for production of a high-purity mixed rare earth carbonate, confirming exceptional grades and extraction potential. The milestone underscores ABx’s progress toward low-cost, environmentally friendly rare earth supply.

Element 25 Limited is advancing its Butcherbird Manganese Mine expansion in Western Australia alongside a new US-based refinery, backed by strong financing and partnerships with major automakers for EV battery-grade manganese supply.

Lake Resources has updated its lithium ore reserve for the Kachi Project in Argentina, unveiling an optimized mine plan that boosts lithium grades and recovery while cutting costs and environmental impact.

Genesis Minerals has outperformed its FY25 production guidance with record gold output and strengthened its strategic position through the acquisition of Focus Laverton assets, underpinning its ambitious ASPIRE 400 growth strategy.

Pearl Gull Iron Limited reported limited exploration activity on Cockatoo Island during the June 2025 quarter, focusing on environmental compliance and native title negotiations, while securing a $500,000 unsecured loan facility to support ongoing operations.

Kuniko Limited has made steady progress in developing its Norwegian battery metals projects, securing refinancing and preparing a rights issue to fund its next growth phase. Key partnerships and innovative exploration technologies underpin its strategic repositioning.

Critical Minerals Group (CMG) has made significant strides in its vanadium battery energy storage solutions and upstream mine development, supported by a $2.7 million entitlement offer. The company is targeting delivery of vanadium flow battery projects by 2026 amid growing demand for long-duration energy storage in Australia.

Lithium Universe Limited has secured global rights to a breakthrough solar panel recycling technology that promises to unlock vast reserves of critical minerals, while advancing its Québec lithium refinery with robust financials and strategic partnerships.

Lotus Resources has initiated processing of high-grade uranium ore at its Kayelekera Project in Malawi, moving closer to first uranium production this quarter. Key infrastructure upgrades, including a new power grid connection, aim to reduce costs and environmental impact.

Cosmos Exploration progresses its exclusive option to acquire EAU Lithium, advancing lithium extraction technology testing in Bolivia’s high-magnesium brines with promising initial results.

Estrella Resources has made significant strides in its maiden manganese drilling campaign in Timor-Leste, confirming high-grade mineralisation and advancing a major limestone marketing agreement with an Indonesian partner.

Genmin Limited’s latest quarterly cash flow report reveals significant cash outflows and a critical liquidity shortfall, prompting urgent funding measures including new loans and convertible notes.