WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the National Mining Association (NMA) released the following statement from Rich Nolan on China's weaponization of the minerals supply chain. "For the second time in just four months, China is weaponizing the minerals supply chain while the U.S. domestic arsenal is virtually... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a ceremony in Washington, D.C., the National Mining Association (NMA), the U.S. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) will today honor outstanding achievements in mine safety, technology... Read More

The Wildlife Habitat Council (WHC) annually recognizes achievements in corporate conservation across various industry sectors. The 2023 Corporate Conservation Leadership Award was awarded to Freeport-McMoRan. This top award honors one company’s overall achievement in conservation efforts and reflects... Read More

Cobalt is necessary in the defense industry for its use in munitions and high-temperature aerospace alloys, as well as high-capacity batteries. It’s important to source cobalt here in the U.S. to secure our supply and ensure it is mined with the highest standards in mind. Over 80 percent of all cobalt... Read More

Sometimes, the best news is no news: Usibelli Coal Mine celebrated 1,000 days without a lost time accident, an incredible achievement which highlights the company’s dedication to excellence in safety. The milestone can be attributed to the hard work and dedication of the workforce on site, as well as... Read More

When it comes to energy, we need every source available, including solar. And to make solar panels, we need silver. Silicon wafers coated in silver powder paste start the process for solar generation, and as electricity demand rises, so too will silver demand in photovoltaic technologies. Hecla Mining... Read More