Copper: Glencore will not proceed with the Coroccohuayco project
Glencore's Antapaccay copper mine in Peru has no plans to carry out its Coroccohuayco project this year or next, which has caused protests from nearby residents and the blocking of the road used to transport the copper. Residents are protesting the mine's...
Copper: Espinar community blocks key highway in protest against Glencore
An indigenous community in Peru's Espinar province has blocked a key mining road in protest against the government and Glencore's Antapaccay copper mine. The conflict comes a day after the government defused a similar standoff in neighbouring Chumbivilcas. The road is...
Rare earth: GM and GE together to study supply projects for electric vehicles
General Motors Co and General Electric Co on Wednesday announced plans to study ways they could develop a supply chain for rare earths and other minerals used to make electric vehicles and renewable energy equipment. Both companies signed a memorandum of understanding...
Palm oil: Indonesia tests use mixed with jet fuel
Indonesia has conducted its first test flight using jet fuel partially derived from palm oil. Indonesia, as the largest producer, naturally needs to innovate in the use of palm oil, including in the development of biodiesel, bio jet fuel and also by continuing the...
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