Lithium mine clears hurdle despite conservationists’ worries for rare wildflowerApril 1, 2026 1:22 amFergus Now - MinnesotaLAS VEGAS -- A federal judge in Nevada has ruled against conservationists who wanted to stop a lithium-boron mine they said would harm an endangered wildflower.
The ruling marks a major legal victory for the 11-square-mile (28.49 square-kilometer) Rhyolite …
Cornish tin mining company secures £2.2m in latest fundraiseApril 1, 2026 12:44 amBusiness LiveMegiliggar Rocks: south of Tregonning(Image: Cornish Tin)
A company that is revitalising an historic mining region in Cornwall has secured £2.2m in its latest funding round. Cornish Tin is behind the Great Wheal Vor Project - 26 former producing tin and …
Nevada lithium mine clears major hurdle despite conservationists’ worries for rare wildflowerApril 1, 2026 12:03 amWTOP - MarylandLAS VEGAS (AP) — A federal judge in Nevada has ruled against conservationists who wanted to stop a lithium-boron mine…
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A federal judge in Nevada has ruled against conservationists who wanted to stop a lithium-boron mine they said would …
Sigma Lithium Proves Shorts Wrong: Market Reversal UnderwayMarch 31, 2026 11:31 pmInvestingLithium prices are enjoying a strong run, having gained more than 122% over the past year. But for the stocks of companies mining the soft silvery metal or processing it into battery-grade lithium, their prices haven’t yet caught up.
That’s precisely the …
Peru-Brazil Bioceanic Railway brings too much risk to the Amazon, experts warnMarch 31, 2026 11:10 pmMongabayDiscussions around the construction of a railway line linking the Atlantic and Pacific coasts in South America have raised concerns about the potential social and environmental impacts.
Experts warn about the consequences within and around the proposed …
Mining firm raises £2.2m to advance its critical minerals projects in CornwallMarch 31, 2026 11:00 pmThe Business DeskCornish Tin has raised more than £2.2m in its latest funding round, exceeding its initial target as it advances tin and lithium exploration projects in Cornwall.
The round was supported by existing shareholders and new investors, valuing the company at £ …
The Future in the Dump: Turning Biomass into Clean Energy with Sodium Battery InnovationMarch 31, 2026 10:05 pmGhana News AgencyBy James Amoh Junior, GNA Special Correspondent, London, United Kingdom.
London (UK), March 30, GNA – At dawn, trucks rumble into sprawling, unapproved landfill sites in Accra, offloading tonnes of waste; plastic, organic matter, and agricultural residue, …
Speed vs. security: Scaling American clean energy in the shadow of Chinese supply chainsMarch 31, 2026 7:09 pmThe Brookings InstitutionToggle section navigation
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Blue states are bankrolling China’s green energy takeoverMarch 31, 2026 6:28 pmWashington ExaminerAt a time when the importance of energy security could not be more clear, American energy dominance is under assault on multiple fronts. A shocking new report reveals that coordinated interests, foreign and domestic, are threatening U.S. energy security at …
Sensmet secures backing for metals analyticsMarch 31, 2026 6:02 pmIndustrial NewsSensmet has secured fresh backing to scale deployment of its µDOES online metals analysers, in a move that puts real-time process measurement squarely inside Europe’s wider push to strengthen access to critical raw materials.
The Finnish company’s pitch is …
Tech enthusiast thrilled after rescuing functional treasure from waste: 'It's been a fun process'March 31, 2026 5:54 pmThe Cool Down - OregonMost of these devices use lithium-ion batteries, which are difficult to recycle on their own.
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This Reddit user is doing their part to combat the spread of e-waste by showing that even old technology can still be …
Kenya opens bids for mineral rights in five countiesMarch 31, 2026 5:32 pmKenya Broadcasting CorporationKenya is seeking to award multi-billion shillings mineral rights to mining firms targeting strategic minerals with significant deposits and commercial value in five counties.
The Ministry of Mining has invited Expression of Interests for mineral rights in …
Chamber of Mines commends government, Atlantic Lithium for Ewoyaa lease ratificationMarch 31, 2026 5:10 pmCNR Citi NewsroomThe Ghana Chamber of Mines has commended government and Atlantic Lithium Limited on the successful ratification of the Ewoyaa Mining Lease, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to harness its critical mineral resources for sustainable …
Why NASA Artemis II mission matters for Trump’s ‘America First’ visionMarch 31, 2026 4:37 pmThe News InternationalNASA’s much-awaited Artemis II mission is scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, 2026, highlighting humanity's first trip to the Moon after more than 50 years of wait.
Artemis II mission is not just a simple flyby to the Moon. The mission is the …
Oil India, CSIR-IMMT Sign MoU for Joint Research in Critical MineralsMarch 31, 2026 4:09 pmAutocar ProfessionalOil India Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT) to undertake joint research and development (R&D) projects in the critical minerals sector.
According to the statement …
Govt cancels auction of 11 critical mineral blocks amid weak investor interestMarch 31, 2026 2:47 pmETEnergyworld.comThe blocks hold key minerals such as lithium, cobalt, rare earth elements, niobium, tantalum and vanadium — resources that are crucial for clean energy technologies and advanced manufacturing.The Centre has cancelled the auction of 11 critical and …
Zimbabwe Lithium Sector Adopts PGM Model as Beneficiation Deadline NearsMarch 31, 2026 1:53 pmMining ZimbabweZimbabwe’s lithium sector is undergoing a fundamental transformation, adopting the same cooperative beneficiation model that has proven successful in the platinum group metals industry, with smaller producers set to process their concentrate through …
Founders Factory and Rio Tinto back six new mining tech startupsMarch 31, 2026 1:52 pmCanadian Mining JournalTwo Canadian firms selected
Founders Factory and Rio Tinto announced backing for six new mining technology startups on March 31, 2026, targeting breakthrough innovations in exploration and processing of critical minerals including iron ore, copper, and …
How Pickstone Peerless Shows That ASM and Large Scale Mining Can Coexist in ZimbabweMarch 31, 2026 1:52 pmMining ZimbabweASM, Large Scale Mining Can Coexist, Pickstone Peerless Shows the Way
A model of coexistence between large-scale mining operations and artisanal small-scale miners is emerging at Pickstone Peerless Mine, offering a blueprint for resolving one of Zimbabwe’s …
Founders Factory and Rio Tinto back six new mining technologiesMarch 31, 2026 1:31 pmGlobal Mining ReviewFounders Factory and Rio Tinto have announced six new investments through their mining tech accelerator, as unprecedented demand for raw materials drives the need for new technologies across exploration, processing, and critical mineral recovery.
The six …
SADC industrial strategy faces crossroadsMarch 31, 2026 1:30 pmPublic EyeIndustrialisation review, progress, gaps and geopolitics present sobering assessment
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Sigma Lithium Corporation Investigated by the Portnoy Law FirmMarch 31, 2026 1:00 pmEIN PresswireLOS ANGELES, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises Sigma Lithium Corporation (“Sigma Lithium" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: SGML) investors that the firm has initiated an investigation into possible securities fraud, …
Critical Minerals Boom: Nickel–Cobalt Market Races Toward $35B+ ValuationMarch 31, 2026 12:45 pmEIN PresswireNEW YORK, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Market News Updates News Commentary - Nickel–cobalt alloys might not sound exciting at first, but they’re actually a big deal in modern defense. These materials are used in things like jet engines, missile …
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ASX whips back into green as Trump muses Iran war endMarch 31, 2026 11:41 amTownsville BulletinASX seesaws between -0.5% and +1% to finish up +0.25%
Energy fades into red as materials makes a comeback
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Govt cancels auction of 11 critical, strategic mineral blocksMarch 31, 2026 11:36 amTelengana Today
The government cancelled auctions of 11 critical mineral blocks due to poor investor response and insufficient bidders, dealing a setback to domestic exploration efforts amid rising global demand for strategic minerals like lithium and rare earth …
Can Mongolia’s third prime minister in under a year stay in the job?March 31, 2026 10:40 amThe Irish TimesMongolia has just chosen its third prime minister in 10 months. He has his work cut out.
Mongolia has a new prime minister. Again
Mongolia’s parliament on Monday night elected Uchral Nyam-Osor (39) as the country’s third prime minister in less than a year …
2026 Toyota HiLux BEV: New electric ute priced for AustraliaMarch 31, 2026 10:28 amPerthNowToyota is launching its first electric ute in Australia, with a small, fleet-focused lineup comprising two body styles and one dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain.
The 2026 Toyota HiLux BEV is arriving in showrooms in the second quarter (April to June) …
Closing Bell: ASX reverses course into green as Trump flags potential end to Iran warMarch 31, 2026 10:22 amStockheadThe ASX 200 was ripped unceremoniously out of negative territory today, surging on news Trump could end the war in Iran without reopening Hormuz. Pic: Getty Images
ASX seesaws between -0.5% and +1% to finish up +0.25%
Energy fades into red as materials …
Hastings snaps up bargain rare earths hydromet plantMarch 31, 2026 9:20 amThe West AustralianHastings Technology Metals has pulled a rabbit out of the hat after putting its foot on a 49 per cent stake in a brand new, bargain-priced rare earths hydrometallurgical plant in Thailand that has not yet fired a shot.
The plant, which was partially built …
Morella–Elevra joint venture delivers strong pegmatite hits at Mt EdonMarch 31, 2026 8:55 amAustralia MiningElevra Limited and Morella Corporation have completed reverse circulation (RC) drilling at their Mt Edon rubidium–lithium project in Western Australia, with broad pegmatite intercepts reinforcing the project’s potential ahead of a maiden mineral resource …
The Abandonment of the Los Andes Reserve Due to Lithium Mining in SaltaMarch 31, 2026 8:36 amNoticias AmbientalesThe Los Andes Reserve in Salta faces abandonment as lithium mining grows, putting its rich biodiversity at risk. This is a clear example of the conflict between nature conservation and the exploitation of mineral resources.
Despite the approval of a …
ASX 200 mining shares ride a rollercoaster in March quarterMarch 31, 2026 7:21 amThe Motley Fool AustraliaASX 200 mining shares just experienced one of the most volatile quarters we have seen in years. After a 32% surge in CY25, the S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index (ASX: XMJ) managed just a 1.1% gain over the first quarter of CY26. Let's recap. Image …
Trading floor: Ioneer, WAF up; FMR fallsMarch 31, 2026 3:46 amAzzetIoneer rallies after judge upholds the U.S. government approval ~
Shares in Ioneer (ASX: INR) were trading around 1.6% higher By 2 pm AEDT (3 am GMT) following a major legal victory in which a judge upheld the United States government's approval of …
Kenya launches bid for investors to develop $62 billion rare earth site eyed by US, ChinaMarch 31, 2026 2:09 amBusiness Insider AfricaIn a gazette notice dated March 24, Mining Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho invited qualified firms to submit expressions of interest to commercialize deposits of niobium and rare earth elements - minerals essential for advanced electronics, clean energy …
Judge closes Nevada lithium mine case without trial, sides with Bureau of Land ManagementMarch 30, 2026 11:33 pmThe Porterville Recorder - CaliforniaA judge has denied environmentalists’ claims that the federal government erred in approving a lithium-boron mine in Esmeralda County, clearing the way for the mine to proceed with its eventual construction.
The battle over the mine’s impacts has spanned …
Judge Tosses ESA Challenge Against Nevada Lithium MineMarch 30, 2026 10:30 pmLaw360By Crystal Owens ( March 30, 2026, 5:45 PM EDT) -- A Nevada federal judge says the federal government didn't violate the Endangered Species Act in approving a more than 7,100-acre lithium mining project that conservation groups argue will drive a rare …
Critical Mineral Sovereignty: What it is, why it matters, 2026 outlookMarch 30, 2026 4:29 pmSkillings Mining Review - FloridaBy Charles Pitts & Penny Laneford
The global mining landscape in March 2026 is no longer defined solely by the volume of ore extracted, but by who controls the journey of that ore from the crust to the cathode. Critical mineral sovereignty has emerged …
Zim must reclaim its dignity through accountability and sustainable miningMarch 30, 2026 3:51 pmNewsDay ZimbabweZim must reclaim its dignity through accountability and sustainable mining
AT long last, the moment has come when even the Chinese Embassy itself has had to remind its compatriots operating in Zimbabwe to “conduct a comprehensive and in-depth assessment of …