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Wind and solar power wanted for aluminium refineries
Rio Tinto has called for proposals to develop large-scale wind and solar power in Central and Southern Queensland to power its aluminium assets, help meet its climate change ambitions and further encourage renewable development and industry in the region.
June 10, 2022 0 comment
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Chinese demand to lift aluminium price: Fitch
Aluminium prices are predicted to maintain their momentum with an average of US$3000 per tonne in 2022, according to Fitch Solutions.
February 24, 2022 0 comment
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Rio Tinto sets sights on replacement mines for sustainable future
Rio Tinto has announced it is now aiming to reduce its scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50 per cent by 2030 – more than tripling its previous goal.
October 21, 2021 0 comment
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Rio Tinto commits to greener pastures in Queensland
Rio Tinto has become the first company to sign a statement of cooperation with the Queensland Government to secure the growth of the state’s future green industries.
October 13, 2021 0 comment
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Australian commodity outlook shines into 2030
Demand for Australia’s key mineral and energy commodities has been expected to accelerate towards 2030, according to a report commission by the Minerals Council of Australia.
June 2, 2021 0 comment
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China looks to control commodities for stability
In the wake of record-high copper, iron ore and steel prices, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has made clear the country’s need to control the commodities to ensure China’s economic stability.
May 24, 2021 0 comment
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Copper could be anchored by aluminium alternative
Wood Mackenzie analysis has suggested long-term copper price increases are likely to face serious competition from aluminium.
May 20, 2021 0 comment
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Glencore inks QLD bauxite deal with Mitsubishi
Glencore and Mitsubishi Development have struck a joint venture (JV) deal to develop the Aurukun bauxite project in western Cape York, Queensland.
March 19, 2021 0 comment
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South32 moves on from Eagle Downs coal project
South32 has stepped away from the Eagle Downs metallurgical coal project in Queensland after deciding it’s not financially viable.
January 21, 2021 0 comment
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Rio Tinto to commercialise scandium oxide in 2021
Rio Tinto has commenced construction of a commercial scale scandium demonstration plant at the For et Titane (RTFT) metallurgical complex in Quebec, Canada.
January 15, 2021 0 comment
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Australian Government throws Portland smelter subsidy at Alcoa
Alcoa has received a lifeline from the Australian Government to keep its Portland aluminium smelter in Victoria open beyond mid-2021.
December 15, 2020 0 comment
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Rio Tinto to make beer cans ‘infinitely recyclable’
Rio Tinto has joined forces with the world’s largest brewer Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) to make beer cans out of responsibly produced, low-carbon aluminium.
October 7, 2020 0 comment
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Alcoa unveils industry-first low-carbon alumina
Alcoa has expanded its alumina offering to produce the industry’s first low-carbon, smelter-grade brand, EcoSource.
September 24, 2020 0 comment
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South32 braces for lower commodity prices
South32 is prepared for an extended wave of market volatility and lower commodity prices following a financial year of strong performance.
August 20, 2020 0 comment
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Rio Tinto closure of aluminium smelters sparks outcry
Rio Tinto has started to wind down operations at New Zealand Aluminium Smelters (NZAS) ahead of an eventual closure next year.
July 9, 2020 0 comment
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Rio Tinto considers closure of aluminium smelter
Rio Tinto plans to review the future of the Icelandic Aluminium Company (ISAL) smelter to determine its ongoing feasibility amid challenging market conditions.
February 14, 2020 0 comment
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Top five mining stories last week
Stay on top of the most popular stories on Australian Mining over the past week, including the latest contract awarded by Adani for the Carmichael mine and rail project in Queensland.
October 28, 2019 0 comment
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Rio Tinto gets nod for responsibly produced aluminium
Rio Tinto has been given independent verification that all of its Canadian operations offer responsibly produced aluminium.
September 24, 2019 0 comment
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Apple takes major leaps in recycling mined products
Apple plans to use 100 per cent recycled rare earth elements in a key component of its latest iPhones.
September 19, 2019 0 comment
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Alcoa locks in BHP, Chevron and Woodside gas deals
Alcoa has secured gas supply agreements with three leading producers that will cover 25 per cent of its requirements in Western Australia from 2020.
December 13, 2018 0 comment