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...

Investor announces Thar coal development

The CEO of Sindh Engro Mining, Khalid Mansoor, has announced his company is investing millions of dollars to develop Pakistan's Thar Coal reserves.

Addressing the seminar on Energy Solutions from Coal and Bio Mass organised by University of Engineering And Technology in Lahore, he said the investment will guarantee energy security to Pakistan in decades to come and help lower the adverse impact of imported fuel on Pakistan’s trade balance.