Latest Sustainable Mining News

Magnetic Resources NL has significantly increased its Lady Julie Gold Project resource to 2.14 million ounces, underpinning robust project economics and setting the stage for a Definitive Feasibility Study due in Q2 2025.

Octava Minerals reports encouraging early-stage bioleaching results from CSIRO on its Byro REE and lithium project, signaling potential for cost-effective and environmentally friendly metal extraction.

EQ Resources reports promising preliminary results from tungsten stockpile testing at Wolfram Camp, achieving an 86% recovery rate using advanced X-ray sorting technology. The company is advancing plans for a regional tungsten hub to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.

American West Metals has initiated its 2025 exploration campaign at the Storm Copper Project in Nunavut, targeting multiple high-priority zones with advanced drilling and geophysical surveys. The program aims to expand the project's substantial copper resources and refine its development potential.

Talga Group has cleared the last regulatory hurdle for its Nunasvaara South graphite mine in Sweden, paving the way for production of battery anode materials critical to the green transition.

Eclipse Metals has successfully raised $2 million through an oversubscribed placement at market price, aiming to accelerate exploration and environmental work at its Grønnedal rare earth project in Greenland.

Genesis Minerals has strategically acquired Focus Minerals' Laverton Gold Project, adding approximately 4 million ounces of gold resources near its existing Laverton mill. This fully funded $250 million bolt-on deal significantly enhances Genesis’ resource base and production outlook.

Hot Chili Limited has released a robust Preliminary Feasibility Study for its Huasco Water project in Chile, outlining a multi-stage water supply network to support mining, agriculture, and communities in the water-stressed Huasco Valley. The project boasts strong financial metrics and key MOUs with major mining and industrial clients.

Evolution Mining’s latest annual report reveals a robust portfolio with 30 million ounces of gold and 4.4 million tonnes of copper in resources, underpinning a 15-year average mine life despite challenges at Red Lake.

Lotus Resources has secured Environmental and Social Impact Assessment approval for its Kayelekera Uranium Project in Malawi, paving the way for uranium production to resume in the third quarter of 2025. The company also completed a key board transition, signaling a new phase in its governance.

Coolabah Metals Limited is set to raise $15-20 million through a public offer to acquire Broken Hill Mines Pty Ltd, aiming to restart operations at the Rasp and Pinnacles Mines in NSW. The move marks a strategic shift towards production, subject to shareholder and ASX approvals.

NRW Holdings’ subsidiary Primero Group has landed a $157 million contract from Rio Tinto to deliver critical infrastructure at Hope Downs in Western Australia, extending their longstanding partnership.