Nuclear scanning allows for better detection of precious metals in drill cores, scientists say

Researchers from ANSTO and Macquarie University proved that using neutrons from the OPAL reactor provides new clarity for mineralogical assessments.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 18, 2021 | 8:22 am

Barrick ups emissions reduction target to 30% by 2030

The Canadian miner had initially set an emissions reduction target of 10% by 2030 against a 2018 baseline.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 14, 2021 | 6:11 am

Resolute shares jump on Bibiani mine lease restoration

Ghana's decision came with conditions, including halting the sale of the asset to China’s Chifeng Jilong Gold .

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 14, 2021 | 3:51 am

B2Gold commissions “world’s largest” off-grid solar-battery plant at Fekola

The system is expected to save 13.1 million liters of heavy fuel oil and help reduce CO2 emissions by 39,000 tonnes per year.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 13, 2021 | 2:43 am

Implantable gold sensor can help monitor vital values, drug effectiveness

An implantable sensor based on color-stable gold nanoparticles is now capable of monitoring the human body for months.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 12, 2021 | 6:11 am

Rio Tinto commits to higher Citadel spend

The world’s second largest miner has earmarked A$24.5 million (almost $19m) for this year, up from $A13.8 million ($10m) in 2020.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 12, 2021 | 5:30 am

Mineral-eating intraterrestrial bacteria may give clues on extraterrestrial life

These bacteria, which spread out and form biofilms, are being tested at a former gold mine in South Dakota, USA.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 11, 2021 | 7:00 am

Rio Tinto, Turquoise Hill strike funding deal for Oyu Tolgoi

The binding agreement ends a long-dragged standoff between the companies over funding for an expansion of the copper-gold mine in Mongolia.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 9, 2021 | 5:00 am

Barrick and PNG reach deal over Porgera mine

Agreement ends a year-long standoff over the gold mine's ownership and outlines plans to restart operations.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 9, 2021 | 3:47 am

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