Latest Sustainable Mining Practices News

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.

Magnetite Mines has increased its Razorback iron ore resource estimate and extended key partnership negotiations, advancing its flagship project’s development. The company also reported promising metallurgical testwork and drew down funding to support ongoing feasibility studies.

EcoGraf Limited has advanced its vertically integrated battery anode materials business with a US$105 million financing mandate for its Epanko Graphite Mine and positive momentum in US and EU government support.

Bayan Mining and Minerals has initiated field exploration at its Desert Star North Project in California, targeting rare earth elements and gold near major US deposits. Assay results from initial sampling are expected soon, potentially setting the stage for further drilling.

Aurelia Metals has successfully met its FY25 production and cost guidance, while advancing key mining projects and maintaining a robust cash position of $110 million.

Brazilian Critical Minerals Ltd has successfully demonstrated in-situ recovery (ISR) of rare earth elements at its Ema project using an environmentally friendly magnesium sulfate leaching process, marking a pivotal step toward sustainable, low-cost rare earth production.

Predictive Discovery’s Definitive Feasibility Study confirms the Bankan Gold Project in Guinea as a large-scale, long-life operation with robust economics and strong production potential.

Emerald Resources reports a softer June quarter at Okvau Gold Mine due to operational cutbacks but remains on track for full-year targets and ambitious expansion plans across Cambodia and Australia.

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.