A new Boston University study reveals that lack of grid investment and permitting delays threaten U.S. energy transition goals.

Experts at a Sydney forum debated policy, ESG standards, and trade routes for critical minerals amid geopolitical competition.

At a recent U.S. Senate hearing, CSIS expert Dr. Gracelin Baskaran highlighted Canada’s essential role in securing North America’s critical minerals supply chain.

The IEA’s 2025 Outlook projects critical mineral demand could quadruple by 2040, driven by EVs, renewables, and grid technologies.

The U.S. Department of Energy has opened funding applications for a $75M program to establish critical minerals research labs at U.S. universities.

The Atlantic Council unveiled a new roadmap to guide U.S.–Africa critical minerals collaboration, emphasizing transparency, value creation, and ESG standards.

Southern Copper’s Tía María project moves forward with new approvals, but local opposition continues to challenge its legitimacy.

U.S. lawmakers raised concerns about the permitting delays facing a U.S.-backed gold project in Northern Ireland, citing trade and investment risks.

The government’s proposal to open up national parks to mining has sparked protests and legal challenges across New Zealand.

Guinea’s government cancelled 51 inactive or non-compliant mining titles, signaling a tougher stance on concession enforcement.

The Queensland government approved the Wandoan Wind Farm, which will generate 1.25 GW of clean energy, boosting regional job creation and renewables capacity.

Queensland blocked a $1 billion wind project citing biodiversity and fire risk concerns — sparking debate on clean energy vs. environmental preservation.

India’s AM Green will export up to 2 million tons of green ammonia per year to Europe via the Port of Rotterdam, strengthening global hydrogen trade.

Peru unveiled a new 12-month plan to address the informal gold mining crisis, targeting labor registration, environmental accountability, and violent criminal groups.

Argentina approved a $2.5B Rio Tinto lithium project under its new incentive regime, aiming to boost economic growth and secure foreign investment.

Giant Mining's new AI-enhanced drilling at its Majuba Hill copper project reveals high-grade copper zones, boosting Nevada’s mining innovation profile.

The Trump administration will review a proposal by Impossible Metals to mine the ocean floor for critical minerals near American Samoa, prompting environmental concerns.

Clarios plans a $1B U.S.-based plant to recover antimony and other critical minerals from recycled materials—strengthening supply chains for defense and technology sectors.