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Algae and mining: A new frontier in sustainable site rehabilitation

Algae might seem an unlikely candidate to help transform Australia’s post-mining landscapes, but a new CSIRO -led project suggests these tiny aquatic organisms could provide sustainable futures for mine sites, surrounding ecosystems, and local communities. Looking down the microscope at the microalgae Nannochloropsis Australia’s mining sector is approaching a crossroads—where economic legacy and environmental responsibility must find common ground. A new CSIRO -led study, supported by the Cooperative Research Centre for Transformations in Mining Economies (CRC TiME), suggests that one of the most promising bridges between these imperatives may come from an unexpected source: algae. Though small in stature, algae are emerging as giants in their potential to transform post-mining landscapes. The study, developed in partnership with the University of Queensland and Murdoch University , proposes that algae-based technologies could reduce mining’s environmental footprint while seeding new...

Indonesia and Philippines mining companies face increased uncertainty & compliance risks

Former Tujuh Bukit investor seeks class action against Intrepid Mines

Tujuh Bukit deal-maker claims Intrepid broke agreement in 2008 and then pressured his exit

Newspaper asks if "no enforceable title to Tujuh Bukit" was "properly disclosed" to shareholders ..

Intrepid's Tujuh Bukit deal with Indonesian tycoon recalls the Bre-X - Busang disaster

Intrepid prepares for big dilution to attract help from Indonesian tycoon in battle for Tujuh Bukit

Intrepid reportedly "unable to speak directly" to Indonesian 'partner' for past six months

Intrepid uncovers new shareholders in Indonesian 'partner' - Adaro link possible

Indonesian owner bans Intrepid from the Tujuh Bukit project in East Java

Philex announces increased copper-gold at $1B Silangan project

Indonesia's Merukh raises $14 billion for South East Asian copper and gold projects

OceanaGold expects copper production at Didipio, Philippines, to commence in 2013

Voyager compares Oyu Tolgoi to its Khongor project in Mongolia

$600 million credit approved to fund expansion of Indonesia's Batu Hijau mine

Indonesian local government shocks Newmont affiliate

Oyu Tolgoi copper/gold project steps completed

West Papua gold-copper exploration license

Philex Mining looking for gold and copper

Newmont Indonesia's production normal despite mining hold

Crazy Horse acquires mine permits in Philippines