Quebec referendum nears as residents oppose La Loutre graphite mine plans
A grassroots campaign opposing the La Loutre graphite mine project near Duhamel, Quebec, is gaining traction in the Gatineau Valley […]
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Nigeria lithium processing and mining projects raise environmental risk concerns
Nigeria’s emerging lithium industry is positioned as an economic diversification opportunity as global demand grows for electric vehicles (EVs) and
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Lithium mining plans in Serbia’s Jadar Valley face opposition over environmental risks
The Jadar Valley in Serbia is at the center of a dispute over lithium mining proposed by Rio Tinto. The
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Coal-fired capacity expansion in India amid rising electricity demand
India’s energy demand is increasing alongside rapid economic growth and a growing population. The country is investing in renewable energy
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India’s net-zero plan hinges on securing critical minerals for clean tech supply
India has set a target for net zero emissions by 2070 as part of its climate strategy, while it faces
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EPA settlement orders Hell’s Kitchen Geothermal to restore Salton Sea wetlands
A lithium extraction project in Imperial County has been linked to impacts on wetlands connected to the Salton Sea, the
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Electric vehicle shift and rising critical mineral demand spur deep seabed mining debate
Norway has reached a milestone in transport electrification, with electric vehicles now outnumbering gas-powered cars. The change reflects a broader
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EU-funded mining waste cadastre in Serbia lacks complete data on hazardous sites
The Cadastre of Mining Waste in Serbia was established with significant EU funding to provide comprehensive data on hazardous waste
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Ghana protests highlight illegal gold mining and deforestation pressures
Public protests against illegal gold mining and deforestation have intensified in Ghana. Organizers and participants are calling attention to surface
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Protests disrupt traffic over Rio Tinto Jadar lithium project in Serbia
Road blockades launched by SEOS and allied groups The Association of Environmental Organizations of Serbia (SEOS) has organized one-hour road
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Rio Tinto Jadar vote in Loznica as protests grow in Serbia
Rio Tinto’s Jadar lithium project, valued at $2.4 billion, is set to face a decisive local decision in Serbia. The
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Illegal gold mining surge in Ghana linked to mercury pollution and health impacts
Unlicensed extraction and reported exposure risks Illegal gold mining operations in Ghana, known as galamsey, have expanded rapidly, prompting concerns