The BHP rebrand might be a success even if it doesn’t drive sales
BHP's rebrand is unlikely to affect the bottom line, research shows. But if it improves relations with politicians and voters, it would still be a success.
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Expertise and innovation: what UK must do to develop its Blue Economy
By 2030, the Blue Economy will be worth $3 trillion. And the UK is well placed to capture a slice of this lucrative market, if it meets the challenges involved with innovation and ambition.
The government is swimming against the tide on Westpac’s Adani decision
As the cost of renewable energy falls, funding a new mine is a risky investment.
WA’s economic mismanagement is not a reason to review how the GST is carved up
The government shouldn't cave to WA's calls for a change to the way GST is divvied out. The current system has served Australia well.
Worthless mining waste could suck CO₂ out of the atmosphere and reverse emissions
Scientists want to exploit a natural process of carbon storage.
Death metal: how nickel played a role in the world’s worst mass extinction
The Noril’sk nickel deposits In Russia are unique: giant volcanic eruptions 250 million years ago released colossal amounts of nickel into the atmosphere, kickstarting the Great Dying.
Still here: Night Parrot rediscovery in WA raises questions for mining
A Night Parrot snapped in Western Australia confirms the mysterious species survives across Australia, but now the real conservation work begins.
The ANC isn’t ready to radically transform the South African economy
The economic transformation discussion document released by South Africa's governing party, the ANC, fails to be radical.
How South Africa’s mining industry can change its ways
South Africa's mining industry is on an unsustainable trajectory and needs to undergo fundamental transformation that emphasises transparency, equity, and community participation.
California’s rain may shed light on new questions about what causes earthquakes
Can California's wet weather make earthquakes more likely? Scientists are still learning about what triggers these events. Even human activity can be a culprit.
Mount Isa contamination ‘within guidelines’ but residents told to clean their homes
Glencore has admitted responsibility for air pollution in Mount Isa, but its latest report puts the onus on residents to minimise their exposure to lead contamination in their homes.
In latest skirmish of western land wars, Congress supports mining and ranching
Republicans in Congress are working to kill an Obama administration rule that broadens public input into federal land use planning. Hunters, fishermen, hikers and environmental groups are opposed.
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Earthquakes triggered by humans pose growing risk
A new project tracks earthquakes accidentally induced by human activity. It suggests the problem is bigger than some scientists thought.
The African towns falling into decline and poverty after mining companies use resources then exit
Mining brings some benefits to some but when extraction is over, the lack of wider benefits to all is keenly felt.
Queensland communities remain lukewarm about coal seam gas: CSIRO survey
The latest survey of residents in coal seam gas regions reveals continuing lukewarm attitudes towards the industry.
The global road-building explosion is shattering nature
A new mapping study shows that roads have sliced and diced almost the entire land surface of Earth, leaving huge areas prone to illegal logging, mining and hunting.
How five vivid arts projects offer up hope for repair and resistance
Buildings, thinkers, books, films and works of art can ask central questions about how to live on this planet and its consequences.
India’s golden quest to tackle ‘black money’ and the lessons from a century ago
Problems occur when a country falls in love with gold, and silver might be about to get a boost from proposed solutions.
Fracking, mining, murder: the killer agenda driving migration in Mexico and Central America
Are high levels of violence and displacement in Central America and Mexico caused by natural resource exploitation?
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