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With its critical mineral strategy, Australia seeks to break free from China

Australia is home to many of the world's richest critical mineral reserves. Furthermore, the country is a major raw material…
Why sustainability reporting standards must be simple, consistent and transparent

Sustainability reporting standards help set the strategic imperatives surrounding ESG that companies must follow. Initiatives surrounding sustainability reporting must continue…
Robots in mining: types and benefits

The integration of robots within mining activities has revolutionised the sector. Mining companies now deploy robotics across various operations, from…
New mining frontiers: from the ocean floor to space

New mineral deposit discoveries are declining, as is the ore grade. Therefore, identifying viable new mines and determining the economic…
The renewable power revolution: A race for a cleaner tomorrow

As the world continues to naively negotiate with the urgent need to address climate change, power companies find themselves on…

IoT-empowered decarbonisation in the energy sector

In the quest for sustainable and responsible business practices, companies operating in the energy sector face the formidable challenge of…
Killing for oil – the necessity of representation in climate action

What lessons for true and just climate action can be learned from the maltreatment of the Osage nation, as depicted…
COP27: Have we committed to our goals?

The main perceived success of COP27 was the agreement between 200 nations to set up a “loss and damage fund”.…
What in the world has happened since COP27?

The world is currently at an environmental crisis point with climate records falling monthly, sea levels continuing to rise, and…
What does Biden’s executive order mean for worldwide AI regulation?

On October 30, 2023, the Biden administration released the most comprehensive set of rules and guidelines surrounding AI regulation the…