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Portugal: New Strategic Plan for the Exploration of Critical Raw Materials
The Portuguese government is finalising a strategic plan for the exploration of critical raw materials needed for the green transition, with copper possibly playing a more important role than lithium. Maria da Graca Carvalho, Minister of the Environment and Energy,...
Growth in Aluminium and Bauxite Operations: Rio Tinto Announces Second Quarter 2024 Production Results
On 16 July 2024, Rio Tinto announced its second quarter production results, showing significant growth in its aluminium and bauxite operations. According to the company's quarterly report, aluminium production in the second quarter reached 824,000 tonnes, registering...
Uranium Tax Increase in Kazakhstan: Implications for the Global Market
Kazakhstan, the world's largest producer of uranium, is planning a significant tax increase on the mining of this nuclear fuel starting next year. This decision, announced by the state-owned mining company Kazatomprom, includes an increase of at least 50% in the...
The US Initiative for Improving Environmental Standards in Southeast Asia: Collaboration with Indonesia
The United States has begun discussions with Indonesia about joining a multinational partnership to improve environmental standards in Southeast Asia. José Fernandez, US Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy and Environment, revealed the proposal during...