As part of its efforts to support mine safety, health training across the nation, the U.S. Department of Labor and Mine Safety and Health Administration have awarded grant monies totaling more than $10.5 million for the advancement of miner education to organizations in 45 states, the Navajo Nation, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
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OSMRE removes 14 ‘obsolete’ coal regulations
The U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) has, in a move to advance the nation’s energy independence and economic vitality, formally rescinded a total of 14 obsolete or redundant regulations. This important step reflects the Trump administration’s broader goal of reducing regulations, creating jobs and encouraging responsible energy development, including several tied to abandoned mine lands. The…
Read MoreBarrick considering IPO for North American gold
Canadian-headquartered global miner Barrick Mining has confirmed its contemplation of an initial public offering (IPO) for its North American gold assets via a yet-unnamed subsidiary. The company’s board of directors has unanimously authorized Barrick’s management team to explore the potential and, should an IPO be pursued, the subsidiary would be anchored by Barrick’s joint venture interests in Nevada Gold Mines…
Read MoreDOE earmarks millions for REE supply chain advancements
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation (CMEI) announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity, or NOFO, for up to $134 million to progress and bolster domestic supply chains for America’s rare earth elements. Through this funding, DOE will support projects that demonstrate the commercial viability of recovering and refining REEs from unconventional feedstocks, including…
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