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Sandfire Resources’ solar project for DeGrussa Copper Mine Reaches Milestone

2019-02-19T12:19:44+00:00

The innovative 10.6 MW solar PV project for the DeGrussa Copper Mine in Western Australia has reached a key milestone with the installation of the first PV panels now underway. Neon, who is providing the construction equity and will be the long-term owner-manager is presenting an update on this project at the upcoming Energy and Mines Read More

Sandfire Resources’ solar project for DeGrussa Copper Mine Reaches Milestone2019-02-19T12:19:44+00:00

Australia becoming the Global Centre for Renewables for Mines

2019-02-12T09:42:19+00:00

As recent project announcements show, the number of Australian mining operators seriously assessing and investing in renewables is growing rapidly. Driven by favourable economics and additional benefits including carbon reductions and social license, major and mid-tier Australian mines are adopting renewables. South32 recently announced its 3MW solar farm for its Cannington mine in Queensland for which Read More

Australia becoming the Global Centre for Renewables for Mines2019-02-12T09:42:19+00:00

How the Duration of a PPA Affects a Hybrid Power Decision

2019-02-12T07:24:19+00:00

A mine considering introducing hybrid renewable energy in tandem with gas or diesel generation, should look beyond technology costs, to time-based factors of remaining mine life and the duration of the current power purchase agreement (PPA). These criteria are more compelling than anticipated future savings. Amiram Roth-Deblon, head of Juwi global initiatives explained at a webinar, Read More

How the Duration of a PPA Affects a Hybrid Power Decision2019-02-12T07:24:19+00:00

Copper miner explores standalone renewable energy in Australia

2019-02-13T10:40:10+00:00

While hybrid energy systems having been gaining ground in the mining industry, last year’s blackouts in South Australia may lead some firms to abandon fossil fuels entirely. Copper company Oz Minerals is one of them. The firm is considering developing independent sources of energy such as solar, wind, and thermal and bypassing the grid to ensure Read More

Copper miner explores standalone renewable energy in Australia2019-02-13T10:40:10+00:00

Improving environmental and energy management on site

2019-02-13T13:56:54+00:00

Goro Mine Tailings Dam By Barsamuphe (Own work) [CC BY 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons. Pressure is mounting on mining companies to ensure they’re operating within their social licenses, Deloitte National Mining Leader Nicki Ivory says. Stakeholders have been questioning whether the industry is doing so, in light of a spate of accidents and concerns about climate Read More

Improving environmental and energy management on site2019-02-13T13:56:54+00:00

Mining Firms Hurt by ‘Ridiculously High’ Energy Prices in Australia Mull Renewables

2019-02-14T13:30:22+00:00

(pictured: Dr. Arnoldus Mateo van den Hurk Mir, general manager of the Renewable Energy and Mining International Observatory) Glencore’s response to soaring energy costs in Australia has sparked calls for more renewables in mining. Last month, copper division head Aristotelis Mistakidis complained to regulators about the 100% spike in energy prices over the last three years, and Read More

Mining Firms Hurt by ‘Ridiculously High’ Energy Prices in Australia Mull Renewables2019-02-14T13:30:22+00:00

Winner Interview – Renewables in Mining, Project of the Year

2019-02-16T09:53:33+00:00

John Shanahan, CEO, Tintina Resources(received the awards on behalf of Sandfire Resources NL) Winner interview from the 2016 Energy and Mines Renewables in Mining Awards held at the Toronto Hilton on Nov 21st 2016. For more information contact andrew.slavin@energyandmines.com

Winner Interview – Renewables in Mining, Project of the Year2019-02-16T09:53:33+00:00

Thirteen Mines Recognized for their Leadership in Renewables at Energy and Mines Renewables in Mining Awards in Toronto

2019-02-16T11:54:53+00:00

Toronto, ON ---- November 22, 2016. Mining companies were awarded and celebrated last night for their investments in renewable energy at a glittering awards gala and dinner in Toronto. Mining companies from Canada, Chile, Mexico, Australia, and South Africa received awards for their investments in wind and solar technologies at the Energy and Mines Renewables and Read More

Thirteen Mines Recognized for their Leadership in Renewables at Energy and Mines Renewables in Mining Awards in Toronto2019-02-16T11:54:53+00:00

Next Big Leap for Renewables in Mining: Affordable, Long-Term Storage

2019-02-13T14:10:43+00:00

Storage solutions are dramatically changing the resource sector’s energy landscape by allowing solar and wind to provide 24/7 energy supply to remote mines. Glencore’s Raglan mine Currently, mines are implementing storage technologies either in combination with renewables to solve intermittency issues or with diesel generators to save on fuel costs. Off-grid mines, which usually have at Read More

Next Big Leap for Renewables in Mining: Affordable, Long-Term Storage2019-02-13T14:10:43+00:00