Mining

Friends of the Earth's Craig Bennett argues the justification for new coal mines is collapsing - it is time for the government to act

New industry certification seeks to emulate standards schemes in agriculture and forestry, in response to soaring demand for ethical goods

Canadian company EnviroLeach wants to make the process of "urban mining" less hazardous for humans and the environment

BREAKING: Banks Group slams decision by government to reject coal mine on climate grounds

Producer of coal and platinum publishes 'innovative and ambitious' sustainability strategy

Energy storage technology is based on idea that 'what goes up must come down'

Experts believe Cornwall may hold significant deposits of the valuable mineral, which is in increasing demand globally for use in batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage

Project to warm houses using water naturally heated in underground mine workings secures £6.5m in EU funding

A circular economy will present major raw materials challenges, argues AECOM's Robert Spencer

As BHP Billiton Plc holds its AGM in London this week, it's time for investors to call time on the company's support for those who seek to obstruct action on climate change