Tag: Mining
‘No-Go’ mining zones can protect nature as renewable energy surges
Prohibiting mining in key areas can safeguard biodiversity and Indigenous rights in the energy transition
Church, green groups demand halt on new mining projects in the...
The call followed the environment department's reaffirmation of their commitment to a sustainable and vibrant mining industry
Myanmar rebels capture border base near Chinese rare-earth mining hub
Most of the mines in Panwa have been shuttered amid fighting in the region, and the Chinese workers there have largely returned home
Indonesian cardinal hits Widodo’s proposal for religious groups’ involvement in mining
The prelate reiterated that the Catholic Church's role remains focused on pastoral duties without involvement in mining.
Citizens march to Kathmandu as illegal mining dries up Nepal’s rivers
In some villages in Nepal, natural water sources—also used for agriculture—have already dried up completely
Philippine diocese leads legal challenge against Oceanagold mining agreement renewal
"This renewal is illegal because it did not go through proper and prior consultation. No new environmental impact assessment was conducted"
Caritas Philippines backs Senate probe into mining impacts
"Recent tragedies and environmental disruptions linked to mining and quarrying underscore the need for a thorough investigation"
For mineral-rich Philippines, green metals rush is a balancing act
With demand for metals used in clean energy soaring, Filipino campaigners say mining laws must protect nature and Indigenous lands
Philippine groups renew call to scrap 1995 mining law
The groups urged the passage of the People’s Mining Bill that will regulate the industry and “ensure accountability"
Where do we begin again?
Civil society must rouse people from their comfort zones, focusing again on the public good that makes a difference in our country