ENVIRONMENT

How is carbon shaping energy for mines?

Alongside power security and cutting energy costs, reducing the emissions intensity of mining operations has been elevated to a top strategic concern for the global mining sector. The combination of carbon pricing in key mining markets and increased shareholder pressure to address climate risk has pushed carbon to the top of mining’s agenda

Catherine Skrzypinski
Gold Fields is in the process of implementing a 40MW solar project for its South Deep operation in South Africa

Gold Fields is in the process of implementing a 40MW solar project for its South Deep operation in South Africa

“Externally, carbon is a key strategic concern globally and therefore it translates into a key driver for Fortescue to ensure that we play an appropriate role in efforts to reduce emissions,” observes...

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