A fundamental choice for Critical Minerals development: "Fascism or radical democracy?"

The global demand for critical minerals like lithium and copper is surging, but how we attempt to quickly extract them, argues Katherine Teh , Executive Chairman of Spektrum Development , presents a fundamental choice: embrace authoritarian tactics that disregard communities or pursue transparent, consent-based development. In this pivotal moment, the stakes are high-ranging, from environmental destruction to lost economic potential. Which path should be chosen? Katherine Teh of Spektrum Development addressing the 2024 ACFID Conference WE ARE AT a crossroads in the energy transition. The gap between what the mining industry promises and what it delivers has been widening, creating not only delays but the potential for significant socio-economic and environmental risks. As the demand for critical minerals like copper, graphite, and lithium increases, we’re facing mounting challenges in securing these resources quickly enough to support the transition to renewable energy. The Problem...

Evergreen spins off Chinese Clean Coal subsidiary

Evergreen Energy Inc has announced its agreement to spin off K-Fuel to a new subsidiary, Clean Coal China, to draw Chinese investment to developing technology for making a higher quality fuel from low-ranked .

Evergreen China, a joint venture between Evergreen Energy and Chinese industry investors, has also signed a letter of intent with a large Chinese- integrated utility and chemical manufacturer to build a K-Fuel plant in Inner Mongolia, the company said.