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Dec 19, 2024 · BHP also set ambitious targets for its emissions reductions across all scopes, with a target of a 30% decrease in scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2020 levels by 2030, and a goal of net-zero operational emissions by 2050. At a national level, Australian mining companies continued to try to cut emissions. Most miners have stipulated 2050 as the target year for achieving net-zero carbon emissions ...

Dec 31, 2024 · Four key trends that shaped the mining sector in 2024 – digital acceleration, the energy transition, a focus on responsible business and the growing involvement of government in the market – are expected to continue into 2025.

Oct 24, 2024 · The pair also unveiled the T 264 autonomous battery-electric dump truck, a product of their joint development efforts. The T 264 “will be one of the first zero-emission solutions for mine haulage in operation globally”, according to Fortescue’s CEO, Dino Otranto. It is expected to start on-site validation at the end of 2025.

Dec 19, 2024 · 2. Whitehaven closes $4.1bn purchase of Queensland coal mines . In April, Whitehaven Coal concluded the acquisition of the Daunia and Blackwater metallurgical coal mines in Queensland, Australia, from the BHP Mitsubishi Alliance, a joint venture (JV) between BHP and Mitsubishi Development. This transaction solidified Whitehaven as a major metallurgical coal producer as it aims to meet global ...

Jan 11, 2021 · The University of Exeter unveils pioneering chemical research. New research published in October 2020 by scientists at the University of Exeter could change how explorers think about rare earth deposits, especially the elements neodymium and dysprosium.

New Zealand’s critical minerals list: updates, export targets and industry reaction. New Zealand has published its national minerals strategy and critical minerals list, revealing an aim to double minerals exports to…

Dec 17, 2024 · It’s been an eventful year in the mining and commodities sector. Below are the most-read news stories and features appearing on Mining Technology in 2024. Most-read news on Mining Technology. Three uranium mines open in the US

Training is key to transition mines to underground operations. As a growing number of mining companies look to exploit the subterranean mining landscape, the need to take a skilled workforce with them only intensifies.

MINE Australia Issue 51 | January 2025. Queensland’s mining outlook. In this issue: An interview with Queensland's new mining minister, the trends shaping mining pump innovation, exploring Australia’s cobalt potential, and much more.