Global Scans · Mining · Weekly Summary

• [New] If successful, asteroid mining could redefine how resources are sourced, reducing pressure on Earth's environment while enabling a sustainable presence in space. Interesting Engineering
• [New] The creation of the Critical Minerals Sovereign Fund and First and Last Mile Fund directly addresses industry needs to de-risk large mining projects and improve infrastructure connectivity, key priorities for Ontario's northern and Ring of Fire regions. OCC
• [New] In 2026 - and looking ahead - the lithium mining business, along with gold and diamond mining businesses, will define the pace of South America's contribution to the global drive for sustainable energy, green technological advancement, and operational resilience. Farmonaut
• [New] As 2026 unfolds, the Essakane Mine in Burkina Faso remains a critical driver of economic growth, infrastructure development, and sustainable progress, both nationally and in the broader West African mining context. Farmonaut
• [New] As digital assets become a new reality in the global finance in 2025, one of the most symbolic elements is Gate Mining, who will be using advanced cloud technology as well as clean energy options to establish a more efficient, accessible, and sustainable mining future. TechBullion
• [New] 2026 and beyond will witness evolving regulatory environments aimed at ensuring the balance between economic opportunity and environmental stewardship across ocean jasper mining and ocean lithium mining projects. Farmonaut
• [New] The massive surge in AI energy consumption is creating unprecedented opportunities across uranium mining, renewable energy infrastructure, and battery storage systems, with projections showing AI could consume electricity equivalent to 100 million homes by 2035. Discovery Alert
• [New] By 2025 and into 2026 and beyond, we are witnessing a technological shift, as Nuclear Magnetic Resonance and NPR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy) become vital to how lithium is discovered, analyzed, extracted, and utilized in mining, agriculture, and throughout mineral supply chains. Farmonaut
• [New] Pegmatite mining is projected to supply over 60% of the world's lithium needs by 2026, fueling battery innovation. Farmonaut
• [New] By 2025, over 60% of rare earth mining companies will implement AI-driven sustainability practices for efficient extraction. Farmonaut
• [New] By 2026, advancements in underwater mining technology will allow the harvest of marine minerals at unprecedented scales - but not without considerable impact on delicate marine ecosystems. Farmonaut
• [New] Opal mining innovations in 2026 are set to reduce water usage by up to 35% through advanced recycling technologies. Farmonaut
• [New] Water Conservation: Adopting advanced recycling and closed-loop management systems - particularly notable in opal mining innovations for 2026, which are set to reduce water usage by up to 35%. Farmonaut
• [New] 2025-2026 will see technology at the heart of Zambian copper mining operations. Farmonaut
• [New] Community & Social Inclusion: Equitable benefit sharing is pivotal; models pioneered by nfca africa mining plc may become widespread industry practice by 2026. Farmonaut
• [New] Africa's mining industry enters 2026 as a strategic engine of global economic growth. Farmonaut
• [New] While some critical mineral prices saw declines earlier in 2025, long-term demand is projected to rise significantly, with recycling also emerging as a crucial strategy to reduce reliance on new mining activities. The Chronicle-Journal
• [New] With the exponential demand growth for batteries, EVs, renewable energy storage, and advanced electronics, the significance of pegmatite mining will only intensify after 2026. Farmonaut
• [New] The mining sector's dedication to innovation, sustainability, and transparent environmental stewardship will define its global success from 2025 through 2026 and beyond. Farmonaut
• [New] Automation could boost underground mining productivity by up to 30% compared to traditional methods by 2025. Farmonaut
• [New] Innovative mining in Africa could supply nearly 15% of global lithium demand by 2025, fueling renewable industries worldwide. Farmonaut

Last updated: 14 November 2025