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...

Massey teams with Jindal for coal projects

USA-based Massey Energy has announced a deal to work with Indian company Jindal Steel & Power on potential underground coal projects in India, Mongolia, Australia and the United States. Massey Chief Executive Don Blankenship says the agreement promises to extend his company's operations overseas, AP reported.

For Dehli-based Jindal, which operates steel, power, mining and oil and gas businesses, the pact promises lower cost and stable energy sources. Massey operates coal mines in the states of West Virginia, Virginia and Kentucky. Jindal