Category: Mining Sustainability
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Shaping the Future: The Top 10 Global Risks and Opportunities in the Metals and Mining Sector
The metals and mining sector is a cornerstone of the global economy, providing essential materials for everything, from construction to technology. As we progress on the path towards energy transition, it’s crucial to understand the evolving landscape of risks and opportunities that the sector faces. This week’s Blog from EY Americas delves into the latest…
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Alberta: Rich in More Than Just Oil
At present, Canada does not have any production of valuable mineral sands such as zircon and titanium and, given current development plans, we are unlikely to see new mines producing these minerals in the foreseeable future. The good news is that tailings ponds may hold the key to unlocking critical minerals. This week’s Blog from…
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Mining Industry Human Resources Council Provides $60,000 in Scholarships to Cambrian College Students
The Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) addresses human resource and labour market challenges that face Canada’s mining sector. As part of this, the organization recently awarded a number of scholarships to Cambrian College students. This week’s Blog from Cambrian College discusses what those scholarships mean to the future of the Canadian mining industry.
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Trends in Direct Lithium Extraction Technologies
Lithium is currently in high demand worldwide due to its potential applications in batteries and electronic products, yet the current process of extracting lithium has significant drawbacks, such as cost, time needed to extract, and the potential of damage to the environment. However, Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) is emerging as a promising alternative technology for…
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Adapting to Navigate: Unraveling the Dynamics within BC’s Mining and Metals Industry
A robust exploration industry isn’t just about uncovering new resources. It serves as a bedrock for attracting future investments, which, in turn, fuel economic growth and stability. This week’s Blog from EY Canada provides a snapshot of mining in British Columbia and showcases some of the opportunities on the path towards a sustainable, low-carbon future.
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How Choosing the Right Equipment and Rental Provider Can Lead to Better Safety, Increased Productivity, and Reduced Costs for Mining Projects
The mining industry is nothing if not competitive and, if you want to succeed, you need a lean and efficient operation. This week’s Blog from Cooper Equipment Rentals looks at how outsourcing your mining fleet is a great way to keep costs down and try out the latest, most advanced equipment.
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Engineering a Brighter Tomorrow: Building the Energy Transition Talent Pipeline
When it comes to the many challenges of the global energy transition competing for urgent attention, the shortage of skilled engineers needs to be priority number one. But what is the best way to address this issue and cultivate the right skills, at the right place, and at the right time? This week’s Blog from…
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Science North and CIM Launch a New Digital Mining Game
It’s all fun and games until someone loses a mine. This week’s Blog from The Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum takes us inside a recent collaboration with Science North to learn about a new game that allows Canadian youth can explore the world of modern mining without ever having to leave the couch.
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Energy Efficiency Underpins Pump Sector Shift to System Focus
As players in the highly competitive global pump sector are moving from a product- to a system-focus to differentiate themselves from their peers, the most successful efforts are likely to be those that impact directly on customer’s cost imperatives and their ESG priorities. This week’s Blog from RMI Pressure Systems discusses how companies best meet…
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Top Three Environmental Challenges Compromising Sustainable Mining Operations
Known around the globe for its rich natural resources and extensive mining activities, Canada is celebrated as a leader in sustainable mining. Yet, severe weather events can significantly impact mining operations, posing various risks that disrupt productivity, compromise worker safety and lead to expensive delays. This week’s Blog discusses three such scenarios.