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...

35% of India's coal in 'no go' zones

A joint study by India's national environment and coal ministries has found that as much as 35% of coal mining areas across the country are located in ‘no go’ zones, where environmental clearances cannot be given, DNA newsagency reported. A ‘no go’ zone is a densely forested area where mining cannot be allowed.

The major coal mining areas in ‘no go’ zones are located in Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Orissa and Singrauli in Madhya Pradesh.