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...

Rio Tinto to proceed with Indonesia's Lasamphala Nickel Project

PT Rio Tinto Indonesia will start this year work in its $1.93 billion nickel mining project in Lasamhala in the border area of Central and Southeast Sulawesi provinces. Company spokesman Budi Irianto said the Indonesia units of Rio Tinto Limited has set aside fund for investment this year. The mine is expected to produce around 46,000 t/y of nickel when it starts operation to be raised later to 100,000 t/y.

The Mines Minsistry's Director General of Mineral, Coal and Geothermal,  Bambang Setiawan, said he had provided the license recommendation for Rio Tinto, Antara newsagency reported.