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...

Major Indian union opposes 15% sell-off of CIL

Akhil Bharatiya Khadan Majdoor Sangh, a major trade union in Coal India Limited, has strongly opposed the Indian Government's move to sell a 15% stake in the giant state-owned company. The union passed a proposal in this regard at its three-day triennial conference held at Talcher near Kolkata from March 10-13.

The conference, attended by ABKMS union leaders from eight coal producing states, also adopted proposals on coal and other economic matters, the Business Standard reported.

The union demanded the creation of power inventory after studying all the power resources by the expert committee. It expressed concern over squeezing of permanent jobs in coal sector and demanded an end to outsourcing in the sector.