Tag: critical minerals
2023 Darwin Dialogue aims at advancing Australian critical minerals production
Darwin is set to host a trilateral meeting between industry leaders from Australia, Japan, and the United States to discuss progress in critical mineral and rare-earth element production across northern Australia.
Australia, Germany back critical minerals projects to bolster climate efforts
Australia and Germany have partnered to pave the way for new opportunities for critical minerals projects as part of a broader effort to achieve climate and energy goals.
WA gov’t invests $40m in critical minerals to drive energy transition
The McGowan Government announced a $40 million investment to accelerate critical mineral discoveries, ensuring Western Australia is well-positioned to capitalise on economic opportunities as the world strives towards a net zero future.
Australia’s critical minerals, clean energy tech sectors to see boost in 2023
Australia’s lithium and base metal industries are expected to be worth approximately $47 billion in the current financial year amid strong demand in the country’s clean energy technology sector.
Australian governments to collaborate to boost critical minerals sector
Resources and mining ministers across federal, state, and territory governments across Australia are set to collaborate to support the development of Australia’s critical minerals sector.
Northern Territory highlights critical minerals credentials in new report
Minister for Mining and Industry Nicole Manison said that recent data found the cost of critical minerals exploration in the Northern Territory increased by about 30 per cent in 2022 to $198.6 million –up from $153.4 million in 2021.
WA boost battery chemical industry with new South Korean agreement
The Western Australian government has signed an agreement with a South Korean organisation to establish a cooperative framework for the exchange of scientific and technical knowledge across the entire mining value chain with a particular focus on critical minerals.
Critical minerals roundtables with industry and community groups
Minister for Resources and Northern Australia Madeleine King met with key industry and community organisations to explore how to best promote Australia's critical minerals sector and maximise benefits across the country.
Climate Council recommends Australia’s delivery of green manufactured goods
In a submission to the Labour Government's consultation on its proposed Safeguard Mechanism reforms, the Climate Council has called for the halt of any new big emitting initiatives, recommending that funding must be available to future-focused industries like green manufacturing and critical minerals.
Geophysics and Drilling Collaborations program applications now open
Applications are now open for the Northern Territory Government's Geophysics and Drilling Collaborations program, which aims to assist an industry that supports thousands of local employment.