Podcasts about Tailings

President Trump announced on Monday that the U.S. would create a domestic stockpile of critical minerals for civilian use — essentially a Strategic Petroleum Reserve, but for lithium, copper, rare earths, and other rocks central to electronics and decarbonization.It's one of many experimental and unusual steps that the administration has taken to boost U.S. mineral production over the past 13 months. But are any of those plans working? What could improve — and what does any of this mean for clean energy?On this week's Shift Key, we talk to someone who saw these policies up close. From 2023 to 2025, Nathaniel Horadam worked on electric vehicle and mineral policy at the Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office, eventually overseeing the office's critical mineral portfolio last year. The office is the department's in-house bank (it's since been rechristened the Energy Dominance Financing Office) and it runs some of the federal government's most ambitious industrial policy.Horadam is now founder and president of Full Tilt Strategies, LLC, and he writes about mineral issues for his Tailings substack. He joins us to discuss what's working, what's not working, and what needs to improve. Shift Key is hosted by Robinson Meyer, the founding executive editor of Heatmap, and Jesse Jenkins, a professor of energy systems engineering at Princeton University. Jesse is off this week.Mentioned:Final 2025 List of Critical MineralsReuters: US moves away from critical mineral price floors“What exactly are ‘Critical Minerals'?,” by Nathaniel HoradamThe Secure Minerals Act, by Senators Todd Young and Jeanne ShaheenThe Pentagon's Rare Earths Deal Is Making Former Biden Officials Jealous--This episode of Shift Key is sponsored by ...Accelerate your clean energy career with Yale's online certificate programs. Explore the 10-month Financing and Deploying Clean Energy program or the 5-month Clean and Equitable Energy Development program. Use referral code HeatMap26 and get your application in by the priority deadline for $500 off tuition to one of Yale's online certificate programs in clean energy. Learn more at cbey.yale.edu/online-learning-opportunities.Music for Shift Key is by Adam Kromelow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our lead story: Mikisew Cree First Nation in northern Alberta calls on the Carney government to reject the proposed release of toxic tar sands tailings into the environment.

Interview with Niël Pretorius, CEO of DRDGOLD Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/gold-strategic-vision-vs-market-hype-how-mining-leaders-navigate-cycles-7468Recording date: 29th October 2025DRDGOLD represents an unusual opportunity in the gold sector—a company that has paid dividends for 18 consecutive years without interruption, maintained a debt-free balance sheet through multiple commodity cycles, and is currently funding a transformative expansion entirely from operating cash flows. For investors seeking gold exposure through operational discipline rather than exploration speculation, DRDGOLD's business model warrants serious attention.The Johannesburg-based company, listed on both the JSE and NYSE with a market capitalization exceeding $2 billion, operates a distinctive business extracting gold from mine tailings—the waste material from historical mining operations. Current production runs between 100,000-155,000 ounces annually from two main operations: Ergo and Far West Gold. Success in this business depends entirely on processing massive volumes at the lowest possible cost, requiring relentless operational efficiency.CEO Niël Pretorius emphasizes a critical operational philosophy: "We don't gauge our efficiency on the basis of dollar per ounce. We gauge our efficiency on the basis of rand per ton." This focus on unit costs per ton processed rather than per ounce produced enables profitable operations across wider gold price ranges. As head grades inevitably decline when mining tailings, controlling costs per ton processed becomes the only sustainable path forward. Strategic investments in renewable energy—including a solar farm and battery storage at Ergo—have reduced power costs by 9-15 rand per ton, demonstrating management's commitment to continuous efficiency gains.DRDGOLD is currently executing Vision 2028, its most significant capital investment program. The initiative includes three major projects: extending Ergo operations with new infrastructure including the Withok tailings facility, expanding the DP2 plant to double processing capacity to 1.2 million tons monthly, and constructing an 800-hectare Regional Tailings Storage Facility—one of the largest in South Africa—capable of holding more than 800 million tons of mine residue. These projects will establish infrastructure for processing 3 million tons monthly and increase production to approximately 200,000 ounces annually by 2028-2029.The financial execution is particularly impressive. Vision 2028 requires $100-120 million in annual capital expenditure, dramatically higher than the company's typical sustaining capital of approximately 5% of cash operating costs. When designed, management anticipated requiring debt financing during peak capital periods. However, the gold price rally enabled funding the entire program from cash flows while maintaining the debt-free balance sheet and even doubling recent dividend payments. Upon completion, sustaining capital requirements will return to historical levels, substantially improving free cash flow generation.Beyond current operations, DRDGOLD is positioning for two growth opportunities: regional consolidation of nearby tailings operations leveraging existing infrastructure, and environmental restoration services for global mining companies. The restoration concept involves reprocessing mine tailings and depositing material into exhausted open pits, addressing the industry's escalating mine closure challenge while potentially generating economic returns. Management is actively engaging with operators of mature open-pit projects worldwide.Pretorius articulated the company's value proposition candidly: "Our value proposition is one of asset optimization. So we have a very large asset base. We can process at a particular rate, and our efforts are towards putting in the infrastructure to do that for as long as we possibly can and not leaving any value behind." This embedded resilience—prioritizing stability and longevity over speculative growth—has enabled uninterrupted dividend payments through commodity cycles and positions DRDGOLD as a disciplined, operationally focused investment in the gold sector.For investors seeking gold exposure through proven management, operational excellence, production growth, and financial discipline without exploration risk or acquisition-driven volatility, DRDGOLD presents a compelling case built on 18 years of demonstrated resilience.View DRDGOLD's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/drdgold-limitedSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

In this episode, we chat with Ryan Mee, CEO of Fulcrum Metals, who is an exploration company but has since repositioned itself as a tailings processor, an evolution summed up by its strapline: turning waste into gold. In our conversation, Ryan shares how Fulcrum is seizing this opportunity, not only to unlock value from historic mine waste but also to deliver real environmental and ESG benefits through remediation. We'll explore the company's projects in Canada, the opportunities and challenges of operating there, its partnership with Extrakt (extract) and their unique processing technology, and where Ryan sees the future of tailings reprocessing, whether as a niche or a mainstream part of the mining industry. Finally, we'll touch on what milestones investors and industry watchers should be looking out for as Fulcrum builds momentum in this exciting space. KEY TAKEAWAYS The company has partnered with Extract, utilising their cyanide-free processing technology, which has demonstrated high recovery rates and quick leach times, significantly improving the efficiency of tailings reprocessing. Fulcrum's strategy emphasises environmental remediation by reprocessing tailings, which not only recovers valuable minerals but also helps restore local ecosystems that have been affected by historical mining practices. The company has prioritised building relationships with local communities, including First Nations groups, to secure support for its projects and ensure a social license to operate. With increasing demand for critical minerals and a supportive regulatory environment in Canada, Fulcrum sees significant potential for tailings reprocessing to become a mainstream part of the mining industry BEST MOMENTS "We want to get into a production scenario... tailings, it's already mined material and it's sat at surface. We could literally walk onto the property and understand the properties of the asset a lot quicker." "This is real ESG in practice. It's new, innovative technologies... and you don't know what you're finding in those tailings because no one's ever tested those tailings for anything other than gold before." "We're not creating any more practices which are detrimental to the environment, but actually will help restore the environment. I see it as a bit of a no-brainer." "We're entering a really exciting time for Fulcrum... we've got a huge six months ahead of us, really excited, a lot of really important work and milestones that are going on for the company." VALUABLE RESOURCES Mail:        ⁠rob@mining-international.org⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/⁠ X:              ⁠https://twitter.com/MiningRobTyson⁠  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/DigDeepTheMiningPodcast⁠  Web:        ⁠http://www.mining-international.org⁠ GUEST SOCIALS  ●      Social Media Links ○      LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/fulcrum-metals-plc/posts/?feedView=all ○      X - https://x.com/fulcrummetals?lang=en  ●      Website: https://fulcrummetals.com/ ●      Email addresses ○      Investors: fulcrummetals@stbridespartners.co.uk   ○      General Enquires: rmee@fulcrummetals.com CONTACT METHOD ⁠rob@mining-international.org⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/⁠ Podcast Description Rob Tyson is an established recruiter in the mining and quarrying sector and decided to produce the “Dig Deep” The Mining Podcast to provide valuable and informative content around the mining industry. He has a passion and desire to promote the industry and the podcast aims to offer the mining community an insight into people's experiences and careers covering any mining discipline, giving the listeners helpful advice and guidance on industry topics.  This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Today marks three years since the devastating Jagersfontein tailings dam failure in the Free State. On the 11th of September 2022, the dam collapse flooded homes in Charlesville and Skoti, causing widespread damage. In related news, 26 victims of the disaster, along with the Kopanong Local Municipality, have launched a civil lawsuit against Jagersfontein Developments mine, seeking over three billion rand in damages. Elvis Presslin spoke to Jagersfontein Lerumo Justice Forum Chairperson, Thabo Choledi

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In a recent conversation with Zak Mir from Zak's Traders Café, Panther Metals CEO Darren Hazelwood outlined a strategy unlike any other in the London junior market. The company is not only pursuing brownfield exploration and development in Canada but is also in the process of building out a Bitcoin-backed treasury to avoid dilution, unlock alternative financing, and position itself at the convergence of digital capital and physical assets. Panther's evolution over the past two months reflects a rare attempt to bring the benefits of crypto-native capital models into the resource sector. Hazelwood's goal is clear: to monetise assets, fund development, and protect shareholder value without relying on traditional equity issuance. Whether through tailings cash flow or Bitcoin leverage, Panther is moving with speed and conviction. A Different Kind of Treasury On June 23rd, 2025, Panther announced its intention to build a Bitcoin-backed treasury strategy, initially planning to raise up to £4 million via warrant exercises and a traditional equity raise. This treasury would be used both as a long-term balance sheet asset and as collateral to secure strategic acquisitions such as the Pick Lake deposit. A follow-up RNS on July 30th, 2025 clarified a pivot in this approach. Panther confirmed it would no longer pursue a conventional public raise. Instead, it is developing a Bitcoin-to-equity subscription mechanism. Under this model, investors will be able to subscribe for new shares using Bitcoin. The BTC will be converted into GBP immediately prior to settlement, with Panther then repurchasing Bitcoin on-market to maintain treasury exposure. While this still results in dilution, as new shares are issued, it avoids the significant costs typically associated with small-cap placings: no discounting, no broker fees, and no warrants. The strategy aims to maximise capital efficiency and align long-term value creation with Panther's digital-physical asset blend. “It's a company that's moving towards cash-generative activities that will enable us to build our BTC treasury as we go along that curve,” Hazelwood said in the podcast. “We become a natural hedge between the fiat world and the crypto space… all of our commodities are priced and traded in fiat currency. So we sit between the two.” Panther is operationalising this structure with CoinCorner Ltd, a Bitcoin services provider based in the Isle of Man, and Evoke Solutions, a UK-based advisory firm, to ensure secure custody, regulatory compliance, and governance standards. From Ontario to Dubai The treasury strategy is not confined to Panther's London listing. Hazelwood revealed that the company is actively exploring a regulatory base in Dubai, where cryptocurrency ownership per capita is among the highest globally. Calling it “the new Istanbul… a gateway between East and West,” he highlighted the city's appeal for traders, its favourable tax framework, and its increasing status as a bridge between fiat and decentralised capital. The move was flagged again in Panther's July 30th treasury update, where the company also reiterated its focus on maintaining regulatory clarity while expanding its investor base. Back to the Rock While Panther's Bitcoin pivot has drawn significant attention, the company's exploration assets are also showing near-term value. On 31st July, Panther published results from its initial sampling of the Winston tailings in Ontario. The announcement reported high-grade material including 0.814 grams per tonne gold, 21.9 grams per tonne silver, 2.20 percent zinc, 0.20 percent copper, 496 ppm cobalt, and 122 ppm gallium. These findings validate historical assumptions from the 1980s and 1990s, when the original operators focused exclusively on zinc. “Now that gold, if it was in the deposit… it had to have gone in the tailings,” Hazelwood told Zak Mir. “We knew we were only going to scrape the very surface… the grades were phenomenal.” Crucially, the Winston site is a brownfield location with existing infrastructure, including power, roads, fencing, and water handling. The 2021 feasibility study for the adjacent Pick Lake deposit, which hosts the bulk of the Winston Project's resource, valued the site at a pre-tax NPV of C$176 million using conservative pricing assumptions. This setup allows for a near-term cashflow opportunity, with the potential to fund construction of a full processing plant, without diluting shareholders. Managing the Capital Stack Hazelwood believes that combining tailings cashflow with a Bitcoin-backed balance sheet could allow Panther to secure longer-duration debt on improved terms. “There is definitely the potential that this could build the mine, pay for our exploration, and everything else around the site,” he said. The company expects to release further test work results and an engineering review in the coming weeks to advance this thesis. Panther previously confirmed the sampling programme in early July. Insider Commitment Confidence in the strategy is not limited to public statements. On 30th June, Panther disclosed that CEO Darren Hazelwood and Chairman Nicholas O'Reilly had subscribed for a combined £132,000 of new shares at 69 pence, increasing their holdings to 7.06 percent and 1.91 percent respectively. Both purchases were made at or above prevailing market prices at time of purchase ,underscoring belief in Panther's direction and underlying asset value. Despite this progress, the company's market capitalisation remains around £5 million. Hazelwood noted in the interview that such a low valuation leaves Panther exposed. “This is a very, very clear story now,” he said. “It's easy to understand. I guess my biggest fear would be a potential takeover of us where we currently sit.” A Model in Motion Panther's attempt to straddle the worlds of resource development and decentralised finance is ambitious. The Bitcoin-for-equity mechanism still needs to pass regulatory review, and Winston tailings economics must be validated through formal metallurgical analysis. But with clear execution on its early-stage promises, a strong management stake, and a capital model designed to reduce dilution, Panther may be pioneering a new playbook for junior resource companies. As Hazelwood put it, “It's all happening at Panther.” Investors may want to pay attention, before the story gets priced in.

TAILINGS BRAZIL 2025O Tailings Brazil 2025 é uma parte fundamental do trabalho realizado pelo IBRAM para que a gestão das estruturas de disposição de rejeitos no Brasil esteja continuamente alinhada aos melhores padrões mundiais. Também reflete a busca do Instituto na divulgação e propagação dos avanços das práticas operacionais, tendências tecnológicas e legislações brasileiras para o mundo.Neste seminário vamos compartilhar avanços técnicos na gestão de estruturas de disposição de rejeitos, discutir os grandes desafios do arcabouço regulatório ainda enfrentados no Brasil e promover reflexões sobre as ações de prevenção, preparo e resposta a emergências.Nesse programa especial em promoção ao seminário de TZ2025 o Podcast da Mineração conversou com Aline Nunes - Gerente de Assuntos Minerários do IBRAM.Conversamos sobre o evento, sua importância, paineis, desafios do setor e muito mais.O evento ocorrerá entre os dias 01/07/2025 a 02/07/2025 das 9h 00 às 18h 00 na Câmara de Dirigentes Lojistas - CDL em Belo Horizonte - MGMais informações acesse o site:https://ibram-eventos.com.br/event-landing-page/105/ptO Podcast da Mineração é parceiro de mídia desse importante evento para o setor mineral.Organização: Instituto Brasileiro de Mineração - IBRAM

Interview with Gordon Robb, CEO of ESGold Corp.Recording date: 30th July 2025ESGold Corporation has positioned itself as a unique investment opportunity in the precious metals sector, combining environmental remediation with near-term production potential. The company is focused on reprocessing toxic tailings from the historic Montauban mine, located 80 kilometers west of Quebec City, transforming environmental liabilities into economic value.Under new leadership from CEO Gordon Robb, who joined in July 2025 with a background in fixed income trading and resource sector experience at Scottie Resources, ESGold has identified a compelling low-risk development opportunity. The company has quantified approximately 12,000 ounces of gold, one million ounces of silver, and significant mica deposits across six tailings piles representing over a century of mining activity dating back to 1912.The operational strategy emphasizes measured scaling, beginning with a 500 tons per day pilot plant before expanding to the fully permitted 1,000 tons per day capacity. With existing infrastructure including a steel building and established permits, the capital requirements remain modest at just $6 million in capital expenditures and $2-3 million in operating expenses. This low-capex model offers a rapid payback period of less than one year according to previous assessments.Beyond immediate tailings processing, ESGold sits on what management describes as a "wildly underexplored" VMS deposit extending to 1,200 meters depth. The company plans to self-fund future exploration through cash flow generated from tailings operations, eliminating typical dilutive financing challenges facing junior exploration companies."The market seems to have an appetite for cash flow. We have never seen metals prices as high as they are," Robb explained, highlighting the company's strategy to capitalize on current market conditions while addressing genuine environmental concerns in the local community.ESGold's approach offers investors exposure to precious metals production with reduced development risk, environmental benefits, and significant exploration upside in an underexplored mining district.View ESGold's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/secova-metals-corpSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

The Red Water Pond Road Community Association and the Pipeline RoadCommunity invite you to attend the historic 46th commemoration of the Church RockUranium Tailings Spill on Saturday, July 19th beginning at 6 am near the tailings spilllocation, 12 miles north of Red Rock State Park on State Highway 566. Free t-shirts willbe available for the first 100 participants.

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Nicholas Myers⁠, CEO & Co-Founder of Phoenix Tailings. They discuss the company's pioneering work in clean rare earth metals refining, the strategic importance of critical minerals, and how innovation—not just excavation—will power the next industrial revolution. This interview is part of the Milken Global Conference coverage by Mission Matters. Big thanks to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Milken Institute⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for inviting us to cover the conference. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Nicholas Myers, CEO & Co-Founder of Phoenix Tailings. They discuss the company's pioneering work in clean rare earth metals refining, the strategic importance of critical minerals, and how innovation—not just excavation—will power the next industrial revolution. This interview is part of the Milken Global Conference coverage by Mission Matters. Big thanks to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Milken Institute⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for inviting us to cover the conference. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MegaDrain CEO Robert Kibel joins Mining NOW to reveal how their gravity-based drainage systems are transforming mining operations—cutting drying times, slashing costs, and boosting productivity. Traditional methods like concrete pads or gravel drains fail under heavy loads and high moisture, but MegaDrain's patented geocellular vaults drain stockpiles 8–12x faster with zero mechanical input. The result? ROI in as little as 3 months and a system that lasts 15–20 years without clogging.

Nick Myers is the co-founder and CEO of Phoenix Tailings, a company building a sustainable future by refining metals from mining waste with zero direct carbon emissions or toxic byproducts.Before founding Phoenix Tailings, Nick worked in Venture Capital at Techstars and was the Director of Finance and Partnerships for Meenta, a medical diagnostic testing startup. He also co-founded Huntington Angels, a strategic angel investment group where he now serves as the lead outside adviser.Nick was also a founding member of Tengu, an early Web3 startup that created one of the first stable coins. At Tengu, Nick briefed the IMF about decentralized finance and cryptocurrencies' impact on the world economy.Nick has a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Michael's College, where he was a starting pitcher for the college's baseball team. He also has an MBA from Northeastern University.⁠https://www.phoenixtailings.com/⁠⁠https://nexuspmg.com/

In this episode, we chat with Justin Walls, a principal consultant specializing in tailings and mine closures for SRK Consulting in Australia, who are a global firm that provides technical services for mining and exploration projects. Justin discusses looking at proactive tailings closure and why balancing compliance, reducing liabilities, and adding value through strategic planning is important, and why companies should take note. KEY TAKEAWAYS Mining companies should start thinking about tailings storage facility (TSF) closure designs early in the mining lifecycle, ideally during the operational phase, to reduce future liabilities and ensure financial efficiency. Meeting standards such as the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM) is crucial for mining companies. Compliance should be viewed as a baseline, with companies encouraged to exceed these requirements to mitigate risks and enhance their reputation. Early collaboration with stakeholders, including local communities and regulators, is essential for successful closure planning. Engaging these groups helps align expectations and can lead to better outcomes for both the mining company and the community. Successful TSF closure projects often involve proactive planning and adjustments during operations. Conversely, failures typically stem from neglecting community needs and environmental considerations, leading to long-term liabilities. BEST MOMENTS "I see myself as a bit of a recovering tailings engineer at this point in time." "It's never too early... it would be a lot easier and reduce your liability quite a lot if you did it earlier on." "If mining companies don't do it properly, you're gonna end up as long-term land management companies." "Closure planning... is an opportunity. It's a proactive way to reduce future liabilities." VALUABLE RESOURCES Mail: rob@mining-international.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/ X: https://twitter.com/MiningRobTyson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DigDeepTheMiningPodcast Web: http://www.mining-international.org This episode is sponsored by Hawcroft, leaders in property risk management since 1992. They offer: Insurance risk surveys recognised as an industry standard Construction risk reviews Asset criticality assessments and more Working across over 600 sites globally, Hawcroft supports mining, processing, smelting, power, refining, ports, and rail operations. For bespoke property risk management services, visit www.hawcroft.com GUEST SOCIALS Contacts: Website: https://www.srk.com SRK communications email address: communications@srk.com.au Justin: juwalls@srk.com.au Social media links: SRK: linkedin.com/company/srk-consulting Justin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-walls-3360a382/ ABOUT THE HOST Rob Tyson is the Founder and Director of Mining International Ltd, a leading global recruitment and headhunting consultancy based in the UK specialising in all areas of mining across the globe from first-world to third-world countries from Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We source, headhunt, and discover new and top talent through a targeted approach and search methodology and have a proven track record in sourcing and positioning exceptional candidates into our clients' organisations in any mining discipline or level. Mining International provides a transparent, informative, and trusted consultancy service to our candidates and clients to help them develop their careers and business goals and objectives in this ever-changing marketplace. CONTACT METHOD rob@mining-international.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/ Podcast Description Rob Tyson is an established recruiter in the mining and quarrying sector and decided to produce the “Dig Deep” The Mining Podcast to provide valuable and informative content around the mining industry. He has a passion and desire to promote the industry and the podcast aims to offer the mining community an insight into people’s experiences and careers covering any mining discipline, giving the listeners helpful advice and guidance on industry topics. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/ This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In today's feature, we delve deep into the exciting developments at Fulcrum Metals, a technology-led company focused on recovering precious metals from mine tailings in Canada. An insightful discussion inspires this article with Ryan Mee, CEO of Fulcrum Metals, hosted by Zak Mir. Together, they explore a groundbreaking Master Licence Agreement signed with Extrakt Process Solutions LLC, positioning Fulcrum Metals at the forefront of tailings processing in some of Canada's richest gold mining regions. Unlocking Value from Legacy Gold Mine Waste Mining tailings, often overlooked, represent a significant opportunity for precious metals recovery. These tailings are essentially mine waste left on the surface after primary extraction processes. Fulcrum Metals has identified a unique niche in processing these tailings, particularly in the prolific gold camps of Kirkland Lake and Timmins, Ontario. Ryan Mee shared that the company's recent exclusivity agreement with Extrakt Process Solutions is nothing short of a gamechanger. After a year and a half of negotiations, Fulcrum Metals secured exclusive licensing rights to Extrakt's breakthrough technology for tailings processing. This exclusive partnership covers Canada's top two gold camps—Kirkland Lake and Timmins—both renowned for their rich mining history and extensive tailings sites. What makes this deal truly unique is its exclusivity. According to Ryan, “No one anywhere in the world has this type of deal with Extrakt.” This exclusivity provides Fulcrum Metals with a clear pathway to production and growth, leveraging over 700 million US dollars in situ estimated value across their projects. Considering the company's market cap of just 2.5 million, this represents an extraordinary value proposition, especially when factoring in additional exploration assets and monetised portfolios such as uranium and the recently announced Tully deal. https://www.share-talk.com/interview-fulcrum-metals-revolutionising-precious-metals-recovery-from-tailings-in-canada/

Interview with Niël Pretorius, CEO of DRDGOLD Ltd.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/sustainable-gold-silver-producers-showcase-new-value-creation-model-6117Recording date: 13th May 2025DRDGOLD Limited (NYSE:DRD) has established a distinctive position in the gold mining industry with its innovative approach of recovering gold from historical mine tailings rather than conventional underground mining. This South African producer combines environmental remediation with profitable gold production in a waste-neutral business model that's proving particularly effective in today's strong gold market.Under CEO Niël Pretorius's leadership, DRDGOLD is executing a major infrastructure investment program to extend the operational life of its assets through 2040. The company recently completed a 60 MW solar power facility and is implementing a 180 MW battery energy storage system, addressing previous power challenges. Additional investments include new tailings storage facilities and expanded processing capacity at both its Ergo and Far West Gold Recoveries (FWGR) operations.What stands out about DRDGOLD's growth strategy is that it remains entirely self-funded. Strong gold prices have driven record performance, allowing the company to maintain its 18-year dividend streak while simultaneously funding its capital expansion program without external financing. By FY2028, DRDGOLD targets a combined processing throughput of 3 million tonnes per month and annual gold production of approximately 200,000 ounces.The company's ESG credentials are compelling. Rather than generating new mining waste, DRDGOLD processes legacy tailings and deposits them into modern facilities with superior environmental standards. This approach enables concurrent rehabilitation of mining sites and reduces final closure costs.DRDGOLD's business model offers several advantages over traditional mining operations. With approximately 5.5 million ounces of gold resources already above ground in tailings, the company faces minimal geological risk. Its engineering-focused approach emphasizes processing efficiency and consistent output, functioning almost like a gold-processing factory.The company maintains a no-hedging policy, providing investors with full exposure to gold price increases. This strategy aligns with broader macroeconomic trends supporting gold, including geopolitical tensions, inflation concerns, and growing interest in hard assets.DRDGOLD also prioritizes organizational continuity and talent development, with nearly half its workforce now comprising women and a new generation of young professionals advancing through the ranks. This stable management team and strong corporate culture support the company's long-term vision of optimized resource recovery coupled with responsible environmental stewardship.View DRDGOLD's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/drdgold-limitedSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

Revolutionizing Sustainable Mining: Insights from Nick Myers, CEO of Phoenix TailingsIn this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh Elledge sits down with Nick Myers, the CEO and co-founder of Phoenix Tailings, to discuss their groundbreaking work in sustainable mining and metals production. Phoenix Tailings is working to address the environmental and social issues caused by traditional mining practices, while providing a cleaner alternative for the modern world's critical metal needs. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of sustainable mining and technology.Sustainable Solutions for the Mining IndustryPhoenix Tailings is leading the charge in reshaping the future of mining by offering sustainable alternatives to the traditional methods that have caused significant environmental harm. Traditional mining processes generate massive amounts of waste, with up to 2,000 tons of waste produced for every ton of metal extracted. This waste is often processed in countries with limited environmental protections, which leads to severe pollution and health risks for local populations. Phoenix Tailings is committed to reversing this trend by implementing a zero-waste, zero-emissions process for metal production.One of the core challenges in the mining industry is sourcing critical metals required for modern technologies like electric vehicles, wind turbines, and medical devices. These metals, including rare earth elements, are in high demand but are often sourced irresponsibly. Phoenix Tailings focuses on recycling metals from waste materials and traditional mining outputs to provide a more sustainable source of these essential metals, ensuring that they are processed in a way that minimizes environmental impact.As a company, Phoenix Tailings has already raised over $80 million and has built a team of experts dedicated to their mission of transforming the mining and metals production industry. Their work is not only driving the future of sustainable mining but also contributing to the broader goal of reducing the environmental footprint of industries like automotive, aerospace, and healthcare. Through partnerships with other industry leaders, Phoenix Tailings is expanding its impact and pushing for a global shift towards responsible sourcing and sustainable practices.About Nick MyersNick Myers is the CEO and co-founder of Phoenix Tailings, a company focused on transforming the mining and metals industry. With a passion for technology, sustainability, and innovation, Nick has been instrumental in developing a process that reduces the environmental impact of mining by ensuring zero waste and zero emissions. In addition to his role at Phoenix Tailings, Nick is an avid taco enthusiast and documents his culinary adventures on his Instagram account, Tacos by a Gringo.About Phoenix TailingsPhoenix Tailings is pioneering the future of sustainable mining by processing critical metals from waste materials and traditional mining sources. The company focuses on rare earth metals that are essential for the production of electric vehicles, wind turbines, and medical devices. By adopting innovative, environmentally friendly technologies, Phoenix Tailings is reducing the waste and emissions associated with traditional mining practices, while providing essential resources for modern technology.Links Mentioned in This Episode:Phoenix Tailings WebsiteTacos by a Gringo Instagram Account

Zak Mir talks to Ryan Mee, CEO of Fulcrum Metals, a Canadian-focused exploration company, about its gold tailings strategy and potential benefits to the group. In mining and resource exploration, the conversation often revolves around finding new gold, silver, and other precious metals sources. However, there's a growing trend that focuses on reprocessing existing tailings—waste materials left over from previous mining operations. Today, we'll explore Fulcrum Metals' innovative approach, particularly its strategy surrounding gold tailings in Canada, and how it plans to turn these deposits into valuable assets. Understanding the Tailings Strategy Fulcrum Metals is strategically focused on reprocessing tailings, specifically gold tailings, located in Ontario, Canada. This approach is not just about mining; it's about transforming what was once considered waste into a viable resource. The company recognises the potential of these tailings, especially given the recent surge in gold prices. Ryan Mee, CEO of Fulcrum Metals, has been instrumental in shaping this vision. He highlights the importance of scalability in their operations. Scalability is crucial for junior resource companies, particularly in a market that can sometimes overlook smaller entities. By proving the concept of reprocessing tailings, Fulcrum aims to establish itself as a key player in this niche. Key Findings from the Phase 2 Study Positive Technical Results: The Phase 2 study has provided critical technical details necessary for pursuing a master licensing agreement. Scalability: The study has confirmed that the reprocessing method can be scaled up, allowing for increased production. Additional Tonnage: More tonnage could be added to the Techu project, enhancing its viability as a long-term operation. https://www.share-talk.com/zak-mir-talks-with-ryan-mee-ceo-of-fulcrum-metals-highlighting-the-company-gold-tailings-strategy/

This month GeOCHemISTea talks with Oscar Benavente, an environmental geochemist at SRK Consulting, about using satellite imagery to monitor mine drainage and environmental change. They dive into how Google Earth Engine, Python, and machine learning are transforming geochemical monitoring—mapping water bodies, tracking sulfide oxidation, and improving mine site remediation.Oscar shares insights from his career spanning geothermal exploration, environmental geochemistry, and consulting. They also discuss the importance of fieldwork, communicating complex science effectively, and the surprising connections between planetary and mining geochemistry.Tune in for a lively conversation filled with geochemistry, remote sensing, and some unexpected tangents—including volcanic adventures, music, and the tight-knit world of geochemists.For this episode we read:Monitoring of mine drainage related processes through satellite imagery - Dynamic Mapping of Sulfide Oxidation (Benavente, 2024)Dynamic Mapping of Water Bodies using Google Earth Engine (Benavente, 2024)

In this podcast, Emerson's Steve Brewer joins me to discuss some of the challenges in addressing these requirements and the role of valve technology in operating successfully.

Episode 15 - Part 3 - Water Knows No Boundaries: Releasing Toxic Tailings Ponds Won't Either What - Webinar previously recorded via Zoom on October 4th, 2022 Join Keepers of the Water and Environmental Defence as they dive into the alarming findings of their report which mapped decades of the toxic takeover of Indigenous territories by “tailings ponds,” massive reservoirs of oilsands wastewater. In part 3 Jesse starts off by giving the audience some background the Dene Nation, and Ally poses questions from the webinar viewers to Jesse and Daniel. Then Ally wraps up the webinar with closing remarks Then Daniel a resident of fort Good Hope and a retired lawyer speaks on the Tailings Ponds and the idea of controlled release of these Tailings into the Athabasca River Who - Jesse Cardinal is from the Kikino Métis Settlement, where she grew up. She has seen many changes to the lands and waters in her life and a drastic decline in wildlife. She loves to listen to Elders talk about how the land was, even before she was born. Jesse has been a youth worker and social worker and has grown into the roles of coordinator and director for environmental groups. Daniel T'seleie is K'asho Got'ine Dene from Radili Ko (Fort Good Hope). He is a retired lawyer who currently works with Indigenous communities and organizations on Indigenous rights and land protection issues. Daniel is also the N.W.T. Outreach Manager with Keepers of the Water. Aliénor Rougeot Aliénor's interest for human and environmental rights started during her childhood in the South of France, where she became vocal on topics of biodiversity loss, women's rights, refugee rights and climate change. Music - Soul Searcher by Scott Buckley – released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

Episode 14 - Part 2 - Water Knows No Boundaries: Releasing Toxic Tailings Ponds Won't Either What - Webinar previously recorded via Zoom on October 4th, 2022 Join Keepers of the Water and Environmental Defence as they dive into the alarming findings of their report which mapped decades of the toxic takeover of Indigenous territories by “tailings ponds,” massive reservoirs of oilsands wastewater. In part two Jesse starts off by giving the audience some background into Tailings Ponds and the devastating effects on the environment. Then Daniel a resident of Fort Good Hope and a retired lawyer speaks on the Tailings Ponds and the idea of controlled release of these Tailings into the Athabasca River Who - Jesse Cardinal is from the Kikino Métis Settlement, where she grew up. She has seen many changes to the lands and waters in her life and a drastic decline in wildlife. She loves to listen to Elders talk about how the land was, even before she was born. Jesse has been a youth worker and social worker and has grown into the roles of coordinator and director for environmental groups. Daniel T'seleie is K'asho Got'ine Dene from Radili Ko (Fort Good Hope). He is a retired lawyer who currently works with Indigenous communities and organizations on Indigenous rights and land protection issues. Daniel is also the N.W.T. Outreach Manager with Keepers of the Water. He helps raise awareness about N.W.T. issues and concerns concerning water and builds partnerships to protect water. Daniel has been advocating for action on climate change for over a decade. He is a novice trainer in non-violent direct action tactics and strategy focusing on environmental justice and Indigenous sovereignty. Music - Sleep by Scott Buckley – released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

Episode 13 - Part 1 - Water Knows No Boundaries: Realeasing Toxic Tailings Ponds Won't Either What - Webinar previously recorded via Zoom on October 4th, 2022 Join Keepers of the Water and Environmental Defence as they dive into the alarming findings of their report which mapped decades of the toxic takeover of Indigenous territories by “tailings ponds,” massive reservoirs of oilsands wastewater. Aliénor Rougeot, Climate and Energy Manager at Environmental Defence, will be joined by our host Jesse Cardinal, Executive Director of Keepers of the Water and local Kikino Métis. In part one Jesse gives opening remarks by giving background to Keepers of the water and speaks briefly about the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. Who - Jesse Cardinal is from the Kikino Métis Settlement, where she grew up. She has seen many changes to the lands and waters in her life and a drastic decline in wildlife. She loves to listen to Elders talk about how the land was, even before she was born. Jesse has been a youth worker and social worker and has grown into the roles of coordinator and director for environmental groups. Aliénor Rougeot Aliénor's interest for human and environmental rights started during her childhood in the South of France, where she became vocal on topics of biodiversity loss, women's rights, refugee rights and climate change. These interests led her to the intersectional topic of climate justice, but it was only when she moved to Canada at the age of 17 that she truly understood the need for broad and collective mobilization for climate action. Music - Hymn to the Dawn by Scott Buckley – released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

The collapse of the Mount Polley tailings dam in 2014 was one of the worst mining disasters in Canada. The dam failure sent hundreds of tonnes of toxic materials, including arsenic, lead, copper and nickel, into Quesnel Lake. More than a decade later, Imperial Metals Corp has been charged in BC Supreme Court with 15 violations of the federal Fisheries Act. We speak with Jamie Kneen, Canada program co-lead for Mining Watch Canada.

Nathan Harte, CFO of Avino Silver and Gold Mines (TSX:ASM – NYSE:ASM), joins us from the floor of the New Orleans Investment Conference to recap the key takeaways from the Q3 2024 financials and operations.  Then we take a deeper dive into the Company's 5-year production growth plan, to become a Mexican intermediate silver producer, with the development of both the La Preciosa Project and the Tailings Project.    Third Quarter 2024 Financial Highlights   Revenues of $14.6 million, an increase of 19% from Q3 2023 Gross profit / mine operating income of $5.7 million Mine operating cash flow before taxes of $6.7 million Net income of $1.2 million, or $0.01 per share Adjusted earnings of $5.0 million, or $0.04 per share Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization ("EBITDA")3 of $3.8 million Cash costs per silver equivalent payable ounce sold of $14.94, down 12% from Q3 2023 All in sustaining cash costs per silver equivalent payable ounce sold of $22.06, down 3% from Q3 2023   Nathan outlines the consistent silver, gold, and copper production coming from the Avino Mine,  where the Company realized strong revenues driven by higher metal prices and a 13% increase in production at the mine.  said Nathan Harte, Chief Financial Officer. He highlighted improvements once again in all key financial metrics compared to Q3 2023, with cash flow generation and improving operating margins bolstering their cash and working capital positions.   For the balance of the discussion we shifted over to the ongoing development work at the La Preciosa Project, and once the final explosives permit is received, then work on the underground decline will commence and mining will get underway with first production expected in 2025. Then the Oxide Tailings Project is in cue for a few years out with low ~$10 All-In Sustaining Cost, it will contribute to the 5-year production growth plan.   If you have any follow up questions for Nathan or would like further information on any of the topics we discussed please email them to me us at Fleck@kereport.com or  Shad@kereport.com.   In full disclosure, Shad is a shareholder of Avino Silver & Gold at the time of this recording.   Click here to follow along with the latest news from Avino Silver and Gold

A Vancouver-based technology company is enabling the global mining industry to monetize valuable metals from mine waste and tailings while reducing environmental liabilities.In this interview, EnviroGold Global (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FRA: YGK) CEO, Founder, and Executive Director David Cam discusses the company's mission, commercialization phase, and proprietary technology. This technology transforms hazardous mine waste into dry stackable tailings while extracting precious, strategic, and base metals such as gold, silver, copper, nickel, zinc, lead, iron, and rare earth elements.Discover solutions for the global mine tailings problem: https://envirogoldglobal.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoDMdNARRt0And follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/@GlobalOneMedia?sub_confirmation=1

A Vancouver-based technology company is enabling the global mining industry to monetize valuable metals from mine waste and tailings while reducing environmental liabilities.In this interview, EnviroGold Global (CSE: NVRO | OTCQB: ESGLF | FRA: YGK) CEO, Founder, and Executive Director David Cam discusses the company's mission, commercialization phase, and proprietary technology. This technology transforms hazardous mine waste into dry stackable tailings while extracting precious, strategic, and base metals such as gold, silver, copper, nickel, zinc, lead, iron, and rare earth elements.Discover solutions for the global mine tailings problem: https://envirogoldglobal.com/Watch the full YouTube interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoDMdNARRt0And follow us to stay updated: https://www.youtube.com/@GlobalOneMedia?sub_confirmation=1

Annual walk to commemorate Church Rock uranium tailings pond disaster on Navajo Nation land – from 2019. Site of the mine and tailings pond in the background. This Week’s Featured Interviews: Trinity Downwinders Advocating for Justice – Tina Cordova: Trinity Downwinder Tina Cordova grew up in her family home in the Tularosa Basin, 40 miles...

Akshay Dubey, President and CEO of CVW CleanTech (TSX.V:CVW - OTCQX: CVWFF) joins me to discuss the Company's latest advancements in reprocessing oil sands tailings through their innovative technology.    Key topics include the company's framework agreement with four First Nation and Métis communities granting the option for project level investment, equity investment and joint ventures, and a new partnership with the University of Alberta to enhance the recoverability of rare earth elements. We tie these new releases into a larger discussion on what it will take to get this technology employed in the oil sands at an operational level.    Click here to visit the CVW website to learn more about the Company and technology.

https://coloradosun.com/2024/03/29/leadville-mill-arkansas-river/ Today – Sun outdoors reporter Jason Blevins talks about a controversial milling proposal in Leadville to clean up old mining piles and see if they can extract any gold or silver using cyanide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashley Barron ACS is an international, award-winning Director of Photography with a string of credits across commercials, music videos, short films, TV and feature films. She is known for her work on Starz/Lionsgate's production Dangerous Liaisons, as well as the Australian Academy Award-winning series The Tailings, All Creatures Great & Small S2 for Channel 5 and PBS, and ITV's The Tower S2. Born in Moscow in 1987 to her Russian mother Olga and Armenian father Sergey, Ashley draws on her international heritage, education and training, which gives her a unique perspective and approach to her art. At the age of seven, her family moved from Moscow to Limerick, Ireland where she adapted from Russian to English as she blended into Irish life with her older brother Nick. As a teenager, she and her mother moved to Perth, Western Australia after her parents separated and Ashley had to once again adjust to a new culture while deciding on her career path. She attended Curtin University in Perth where she gained her BA in Film & TV. From there her mother encouraged her to spend an Exchange Semester at the Ryerson University in Toronto, and then Hollywood where she earned her MFA in Cinematography at the American Film Institute Conservatory (AFI). In 2018, Ashley became one of 15 women to receive Accreditation from the Australian Cinematographer's Society. Her work has earned a number of awards, including a coveted Gold Award from the Australian Cinematographer's Society (ACS), an AACTA Award (Aussie Oscar), a Nomination at the prestigious Camerimage Cinematography Film Festival, an invitation for membership of the Illuminatrix Collective, and one of the earliest memberships of the International Collective of Female Cinematographers (ICFC). Ashley's website: https://www.ashley-barron.com/ Ashley's IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2551925/?ref_=nmbio_ov Instagram: @ashleybarrondop Some women whose work Ashley admires:Ari Wegner ACS Aga Szeliga ACO (Operator + founder of Women Behind the Camera)Catherine Goldschmidt BSC (+ Ness Whyte) (founders of Illuminatrix DOPs)Erika Addis (President of the ACS) Kim Snyder (President of Panavision)Ashley's Playlist: Foo Fighters "Everlong" The Pixies "Where is my Mind" Where is My Mind rendition Mumford & Sons "Hopeless Wanderer" Trent Reznor from The Social Network Smashing Pumpkins "Zero" Thomas Newman American Beauty Bicep "Atlas" Bicep "Cazenove" Nirvana "Aneurysm" Red Hot Chili Peppers "Dani California" The Dead Weather "Treat Me Like Your Mother" The White Stripes "Seven Nation Army" Foo Fighters "The Pretender" Nirvana "Heart Shaped Box" Mumford & Sons "Where Are You Now" Mumford & Sons "Hot Gates" Trent Reznor "In Motion" Of Monsters & Men "Dirty Paws" Requiem for a Dream Heroes by Bowie Where Is My Mind Everlong I'm a Nu-Metal & Techno kid, otherwise I'm a big System of a Down, Manson, Slipknot, Korn, Mudvayne, Pendulum, Shapeshifter fan. Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramEmail: hollowellstudios@gmail.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4769409/advertisement

Ashley Barron ACS is an international, award-winning Director of Photography with a string of credits across commercials, music videos, short films, TV and feature films. She is known for her work on Starz/Lionsgate's production Dangerous Liaisons, as well as the Australian Academy Award-winning series The Tailings, All Creatures Great & Small S2 for Channel 5 and PBS, and ITV's The Tower S2. Born in Moscow in 1987 to her Russian mother Olga and Armenian father Sergey, Ashley draws on her international heritage, education and training, which gives her a unique perspective and approach to her art. At the age of seven, her family moved from Moscow to Limerick, Ireland where she adapted from Russian to English as she blended into Irish life with her older brother Nick. As a teenager, she and her mother moved to Perth, Western Australia after her parents separated and Ashley had to once again adjust to a new culture while deciding on her career path. She attended Curtin University in Perth where she gained her BA in Film & TV. From there her mother encouraged her to spend an Exchange Semester at the Ryerson University in Toronto, and then Hollywood where she earned her MFA in Cinematography at the American Film Institute Conservatory (AFI). In 2018, Ashley became one of 15 women to receive Accreditation from the Australian Cinematographer's Society. Her work has earned a number of awards, including a coveted Gold Award from the Australian Cinematographer's Society (ACS), an AACTA Award (Aussie Oscar), a Nomination at the prestigious Camerimage Cinematography Film Festival, an invitation for membership of the Illuminatrix Collective, and one of the earliest memberships of the International Collective of Female Cinematographers (ICFC). Ashley's website: https://www.ashley-barron.com/ Ashley's IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2551925/?ref_=nmbio_ov Instagram: @ashleybarrondop Some women whose work Ashley admires: Ari Wegner ACS Aga Szeliga ACO (Operator + founder of Women Behind the Camera) Catherine Goldschmidt BSC (+ Ness Whyte) (founders of Illuminatrix DOPs) Erika Addis (President of the ACS) Kim Snyder (President of Panavision)Ashley's Playlist: Foo Fighters "Everlong" The Pixies "Where is my Mind" Where is My Mind rendition Mumford & Sons "Hopeless Wanderer" Trent Reznor from The Social Network Smashing Pumpkins "Zero" Thomas Newman American Beauty Bicep "Atlas" Bicep "Cazenove" Nirvana "Aneurysm" Red Hot Chili Peppers "Dani California" The Dead Weather "Treat Me Like Your Mother" The White Stripes "Seven Nation Army" Foo Fighters "The Pretender" Nirvana "Heart Shaped Box" Mumford & Sons "Where Are You Now" Mumford & Sons "Hot Gates" Trent Reznor "In Motion" Of Monsters & Men "Dirty Paws" Requiem for a Dream Heroes by Bowie Where Is My Mind Everlong I'm a Nu-Metal & Techno kid, otherwise I'm a big System of a Down, Manson, Slipknot, Korn, Mudvayne, Pendulum, Shapeshifter fan. Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramEmail: hollowellstudios@gmail.com

In this episode, we talk with Sam Rumel, P.E., P.G., a geotechnical engineer at AECOM, about tailings engineering. We explore the intricacies of this field and shed light on its challenges, innovative approaches, and future trends. ***The video version of this episode can be viewed here.*** Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We […] The post TGEP 086: The Challenges, Innovations, and Future of Tailings Engineering appeared first on Engineering Management Institute.

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Navajo Nation’s 1979 Church Rock Uranium Mining Tailings Pond Disaster In 1979 Navajo Nation suffered the worst radioactive materials spill in US history – 90-million gallons of uranium mining waste into the Puerco River that permanently contaminated land and water, devastating the health of the Diné people. These interviews are from the 40th anniversary of...

This week in Utah news: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says a “60 Minutes” episode about its investment portfolio was based on “unfounded allegations.” LGBTQ+ students in Utah County walk out to protest the school board's silence on removing pride flags. And Kennecott's tailings may creep even closer to Magna homes. At 9 a.m. on Friday, Salt Lake Tribune reporters…

This week in Utah news: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints says a “60 Minutes” episode about its investment portfolio was based on “unfounded allegations.” LGBTQ+ students in Utah County walk out to protest the school board's silence on removing pride flags. And Kennecott's tailings may creep even closer to Magna homes. At 9 a.m. on Friday, Salt Lake Tribune reporters…

Vale agreed to pay US$ 55.9 million to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission to terminate a lawsuit filed by the SEC. Exploration updates from GoGold and Li-FT Power. Jervois suspends construction and commissioning in Idaho. P2 Gold restarted a PEA on its Gabbs project. KORE Mining wins a court decision. We'd like to thank our sponsors: Western Copper and Gold is focused on developing the world-class Casino project in Canada's Yukon Territory. The Casino project consists of an impressive 11 billion pounds of copper and 21 million ounces of gold in an overall resource. Western Copper and Gold trades on the TSX and the NYSE American with WRN. Be sure to follow the company via their website, www.westerncopperandgold.com. ASCU is an early-stage copper developer and explorer of the Cactus Mine and its satellite project, Parks/Salyer, both situated on a 4km mine trend on private land in Arizona's porphyry copper district. Opportunity for significant growth and scale exist along the trend, while future capex requirements outlined in the Cactus PEA benefit from significant onsite and nearby access to infrastructure. The Company is led by an executive management team and Board which have a long-standing track record of successful project delivery in North America. For more information, please visit www.arizonasonoran.com. Fireweed Metals is advancing 3 different projects within the Yukon and Northwest Territories, including the flagship Macmillan Pass Project, a large zinc-lead-silver deposit and the Mactung Project, one of the largest and highest-grade tungsten deposits in the world. Fireweed plans to advance these projects through exploration, resource definition, metallurgy, engineering, economic studies and collaboration with indigenous people on the path to production. For more information please visit fireweedmetals.com.

Engineering News – Moving Objects with Ultrasound Waves (3:45) This week's engineering failure is the Mount Polley Tailings Pond Breach (6:05). After years of ad hoc embankment expansion (9:30), the tailing pond breached on August 4, 2014. Following an independent investigation panel review (17:10) geoscientists and engineers were found liable for the failure (28:35). Check out our Patreon page for Mini Failure bonus episodes - https://www.patreon.com/failurology Photos/Sources/Summary from this episode - https://www.failurology.ca/ Ways to get in touch Twitter - https://twitter.com/failurology Email - thefailurologypodcast@gmail.com Linked In - https://www.linkedin.com/company/failurology-podcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh1Buq46PYyxKbCDGTqbsDg

Since the Kearl mine in northern Alberta began production on Treaty 8 territory in 2013, the company has touted technological innovations that they say “enhance environmental performance.” Yet for months, wastewater from the mine's tailings ponds, containing arsenic, hydrocarbons and sulphides has been seeping into the land. The company that runs the mine, Imperial Oil, first reported the leak in May 2022 to the provincial regulator. But Chief Allan Adam of the nearby Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation says his community only learned of the seepage last month. That's created anxiety, says Chief Adam, because people have been hunting, fishing and trapping without knowing there was a risk of contamination. Drew Anderson, the Narwhal's Prairies reporter, joins us today to walk us through how the leak happened, Alberta's tailings pond debate and who's accountable. For transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

It's easy to understand why members of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation are "dismayed" to discover millions of litres of toxic oilsands tailings leaking into land and water where they harvest food. Chief Allan Adam has ordered his community to destroy any food (including game) collected since May. It's the latest chapter in an ongoing battle between industry and nearby Indigenous communities who've seen disproportionate cancer rates over many years. Chief Adam tells us what his community expects from the provincial government, the Alberta Energy Regulator, and Imperial Oil. But first...  3:20 | Alberta and Ottawa have a new $24B health funding deal. Associate Finance Minister Randy Boissonnault brings the federal perspective on how the deal will impact healthcare delivery, and what changes re: accountability on how the money's spent.  14:18 | Chief Allan Adam says there's "no trust" between the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation and the Alberta Energy Regulator. Just a few days ago, the public learned a nine-month toxic leak from Imperial Oil's Kearl oilsands site had polluted muskeg and forest as well as a small lake and tributaries of the Firebag and Muskeg rivers. Chief Adam tells us how his community is responding, and what needs to happen now.  38:15 | It's time to treat Alberta's most vulnerable citizens with dignity. That, from lawyer Andrew Green, who's advocated for hundreds of AISH recipients through his role with the Edmonton Community Legal Centre. He explains why the income support program is in desperate need of an overhaul, addresses the notion it's rife with fraud, and lays out what he's hoping to hear from political parties ahead of the May election.  CONNECT WITH THE ECLC: https://www.eclc.ca/ 1:04:12 | Have you checked out last week's interview with Johann Hari? The "Stolen Focus" author explains why we can't pay attention, and how we can think deeply again. His message resonated with Real Talker "Don," who shared a teacher's perspective on how tech is hurting young learners.  WATCH OUR INTERVIEW WITH JOHANN HARI: https://www.youtube.com/live/hYF0HXFViMU?feature=share&t=2527 EMAIL THE SHOW: talk@ryanjespersen.com  1:06:39 | We shine light on an incredible survival story in the Swiss Alps in this week's Positive Reflections presented by our friends at Kuby Energy. You've got to see this video to believe it!  GET YOUR FREE SOLAR QUOTE TODAY: https://kubyenergy.ca/ WEBSITE: https://ryanjespersen.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RealTalkRJ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/RealTalkRJ/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@realtalkrj PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Wade says Ryan needs to "grow a pair," and Rod's sick of seeing "bullshit corporate delay tactics" with toxic tailings ponds near Ft. McMurray. Both take centre stage in this week's Trash Talk presented by Local Environmental Services. KEEP IT LOCAL: https://localenvironmental.ca/

Since 1967 PT Freeport has been mining copper and gold in Mimika, West Papua and dumping its tailings waste in several rivers in the Mimika Regency area. - Sejak tahun 1967 PT Freeport telah melakukan penambangan tembaga dan emas di Mimika, Papua Barat dan membuang limbah tailing nya di beberapa sungai di kawasan Kabupaten Mimika.

Karen and Monica have a different way to couple social and technical aspects of tailings management. They have jointly launched their new Tailings Area of Social Risk (TASR) solution. The method looks to align tailings management with principles of social inclusion and participation, while respecting the scientific process to define the areas of risk.

Guest: Daily Maverick journalist, Julia Evans, takes John Maytham through the 2009 court case and the impact the ruling may have had in the Jagersfontein case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Myers is the co-founder and CEO of Phoenix Tailings, a company building a sustainable future by refining metals from mining waste with zero direct carbon emissions or toxic byproducts. Before founding Phoenix Tailings, Nick worked in Venture Capital at Techstars and was the Director of Finance and Partnerships for Meenta, a medical diagnostic testing startup. He also co-founded Huntington Angels, a strategic angel investment group where he now serves as the lead outside adviser. Nick was also a founding member of Tengu, an early Web3 startup that created one of the first stable coins. At Tengu, Nick briefed the IMF about decentralized finance and cryptocurrencies' impact on the world economy. Nick has a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Michael's College, where he was a starting pitcher for the college's baseball team. He also has an MBA from Northeastern University. https://www.phoenixtailings.com/ https://nexuspmg.com/

Doug Pollitt, a well-known Toronto gold bug, banker and broker, joins the podcast today for an in-depth conversation on his experience in exploration camps as a young man, transitioning to software, and now in the metals and mining financial world. We discuss the backdrop of rising interest rates and inflation on the metals and mining sector and why he continues to believe gold is in a good place. We'd like to thank our sponsors: Integra Resources is advancing the past-producing DeLamar Project in southwestern Idaho. The Company has continued to demonstrate resource growth and conversion through greenfield and brownfield exploration. Integra Resources trades on the TSX-V under ITR and the NYSE American under ITRG. Western Copper and Gold is focused on developing the world-class Casino project in Canada's Yukon Territory. The Casino project consists of an impressive 11 billion pounds of copper and 21 million ounces of gold in an overall resource. Western Copper and Gold trades on the TSX and the NYSE American with WRN. Be sure to follow the company via their website,www.westerncopperandgold.com. Rio-2 is advancing the Fenix Gold Project in Chile, the largest undeveloped gold heap leach project in the Americas. Fenix consists of 5 million ounces in the measured and indicated resource category and 1.4 million ounces in the inferred resource category. With a robust PFS in place, Fenix is set up for fast-tracked construction and production. You can find a list of project and company information on their website, rio2.com. ASCU is a Copper Mining Company with a 100% ownership of The Cactus Mine, located on private land in the Arizona Copper Belt. The Company is committed to supplying LME Grade A Copper Cathodes usable in the Renewable Energy Future, mined in a responsible and sustainable manner. Our goal, beyond our ESG Strategy, is to ensure “Net Zero Carbon Emission” from future operations, minimizing the effect of climate change on the earth and preserving our planet for our children and future generations. https://arizonasonoran.com/

Guanajuato Silver Company Ltd. is a Canada-based mining, development, and exploration company. The Company is engaged in reactivating past producing silver and gold mines near the city of Guanajuato, Mexico. The Company is focused on production from its El Cubo and El Pinguico mines, as well as the delineation of additional silver and gold resources through underground and surface drilling. Both mines are located within 11 kilometers (km) of Guanajuato City, Mexico. In addition to the El Cubo/El Pinguico Mine Complex, the Company owns various exploration concessions, which include the Patito I and II mineral concessions located within 15 km of Guanajuato, Mexico, Analy I and II concessions, located approximately 25 km east of San Miguel de Allende, as well as the El Ruso and Ysabela mineral concessions located within the state of Guanajuato, about 200 km east of Guanajuato city, and the Camila mineral concession located near the El Ruso and Ysabela claims in the state of Queretaro.

Further to last week's piece on, “acquiring the right investment psychology” (if you missed it here is the link) I enjoyed listening to Bloomberg's Odd Lots podcast this week with Goldman Sachs metals strategist, Nicholas Snowdon.The recent price action in metals has cast doubts in my mind as to the secular bull market. I needed gee-ing up with some bull food. I came away from the conversation wanting to buy as many metals producers as I possibly can…The outlook for copper is very bullish“By the middle of this decade, we're forecasting the largest ever deficit in the copper market,” says Nicholas Snowden of Goldman Sachs. “So just two years away from now. And by the end of the decade, the largest ever long-term deficit. It's just an impossibly tight future.”When I hear stuff like that from randos on the internet I tend to call “BS” – it's usually sensationalising or click bait, so my instinct is to filter out. But when it's coming from respectable employees of respectable institutions, the implications are rather different. Let's start with the recent correction in copper prices. That was caused, says Snowden, by weak Chinese demand (due to their Covid lockdowns). There were also higher than expected exports from Russia (!). But both of these are transitory.The longer-term bull market is underpinned by two factors. First there is increased demand due to decarbonisation, net zero, etc. That will require a lot of copper and there is no obvious substitute. Second, there has been a chronic lack of investment in the sector. This is a drum we have been beating on these pages, but it is nice to hear that view endorsed by a Goldman Sachs analyst.Demand for copper this year will come in at around 24 million tonnes. Of that, about 22.5m tonnes is “normal” – copper in construction, wiring and so on. Only 1.5m tonnes of demand is “green”, decarbonisation-related demand. That is to say for electric vehicles (EVs), EV infrastructure and so on. By 2025 this “green” demand will double. By 2030, that number is projected to be 6-7m tonnes. In other words, green copper demand will rise from being about 5% to 20% of annual global demand.Where is that extra supply going to come from? Production is set to increase slightly this year, but then it flatlines after that when it needs to rise to meet the new demand.In the bull market of the 2000s, Snowden observes, projects were quickly approved, investment flowed, and supply reasonably quickly caught up with the increased demand (from China mostly). It's different now. “Over the last two years,” he says, “even though copper demand has doubled, there hasn't been a single new copper mine approved.” I can't believe that not a single copper mine has been approved – but perhaps not a significantly-sized one.“The number one constraint on the copper mining industry is the experience of the last cycle. Because the mining industry faced a near-death experience in 2013 and 2014, as a result of the overbuild in response to high prices in the mid-to-late 2000s. Now you have a much more conservative mentality amongst management teams in the mining sector, reflecting that experience.”I'll say. The memory of 2013-14 still lingers, and not just in my mind. We won't forget it in a hurry. “Internalised trauma,” Snowden calls it, and it slows down investment.Meanwhile, the permitting process, largely for environmental reasons, has got a lot slower. What would take 6-to-12 months now takes two to three years. Chile is the world's largest producer, but it is also one of the hardest places to get a copper project going.That slows investment, as does the ESG influence on investor allocation. Less capital goes to mining because it does not tend to score well through the ESG filter.Another observation we have made on these pages, particularly as regards oil and gas, is the talent factor. Mining is hard. Who wants to work in mining when you can earn more, while risking less in tech? The gains are quicker and the aggro is lower. “You've got a real bottleneck now on skilled labour in the industry,” says Snowden. “There aren't enough engineers to a project.” That puts upwards pressure on wages and from there on capex and ultimately on prices.In short, painful memories of previous over-expansion are holding back investment; opening mines is harder because of increased regulation; and there's a shortage of people.  There are no obvious substitutes for the metalSubstitution – using something other than copper – might look like a solution. After all, other metals conduct electricity too. But there are practical issues with all of these too. Aluminium for example - but you need a lot more of it so it's no good for anything that requires small space. There're also supply issues. The decade of underinvestment has led to a shortage of supply of base metals across the board. The incentive to substitute is low. As Snowden notes, the cost of the copper content of an EV is a small part of the overall cost of the EV. So the copper price would have to go really high to motivate change.  Similar observations might be made about tin and silver. They are in everything electronic, but in relatively small doses. Higher prices will solve a great deal of this. Mining will be incentivised. Investment in alternatives will increase. Technological advances will reduce the amount of raw material required.  Recycling and scrap supply increases. Tailings get reprocessed. But there doesn't seem to be any “shale gas moment” for copper on the horizon - ie a breakthrough technology that rapidly improves production. And even if there were, mining is famously slow. It would take ten years to implement.Copper needs to go to a price that incentivizes all the above change. It's currently $9,700 per tonne. Snowden targets $15,000, but “doesn't rule out that it could go to $50,000 or $100,000.”I remember at the peak of the last bull market, people were melting down coins, theft was everywhere – a bronze statue got stolen and melted down. We are not at that point yet. In fact, Snowden thinks, using a baseball analogy, we are still in the first innings. I hope he's right. Because I'm long copper and copper producers. So how do you invest in this bull market?Investing in copperThis no shortage of methods, depending on your risk appetite – from futures to exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to spread bets to stocks and shares. If you want to simply play the copper price, without taking in individual company or mining risk, there is the Copper ETF (LSE: COPA). Then there are the miners. If you don't want individual company risk, there is even an option for you there: the Global X copper miners ETF, the most liquid version of which is listed in New York (NYSE:COPX) but there are also “subsidiaries” in London, denominated in dollars (LSE:COPX) and sterling (LSE:COPG). The latter is probably the best way to avoid broker forex charges, though you'll end up paying them by the back door.London has no shortage of options when it comes to mining companies. There are the giants: BHP Group (LSE:BLT), plus Glencore (LSE:GLEN), Anglo American (LSE:AAL), Rio Tinto (LSE:RIO), and Antofagasta (LSE:ANTO). US-listed Freeport-McMoran (NYSE:FCX), the world's second-largest producer (after Chilean state-owned Codelco), should also probably get a plug, as it's a purer play than most of the mining giants, Antofagasta aside.There are plenty of smallcaps and midcaps. I'll leave those to you to unearth – Canada and Australia probably have the most listed, although there are also plenty on London's Aim. It's a mining junior so caveat emptor. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theflyingfrisby.com/subscribe