Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was and some of the metals storylines here on MetalMiner, including coverage of: aluminum production and prices; Trump’s tariffs on aluminum and steel derivatives; the coronavirus’ potential impact on iron ore; General Motors’ electrification drive; and the arrival of Brexit. […]
Category: Green
GM to invest $2.2B to manufacture EVs at Detroit-Hamtramck assembly
General Motors announced this week it would take another step towards electrification by investing $2.2 billion in its Detroit-Hamtramck assembly, which will be the automaker’s first plant devoted 100% to the production of electric vehicles (EVs). Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! The automaker […]
Europe’s Green Deal will come at a cost for several industries, trading partners
Heard of Europe’s Green Deal? No? That may not be surprising, as it was only announced last month. While it sounds like the latest fruit and veg special offer at your local supermarket, it is likely to be one of the most profound policy changes to hit Europe since the formation of the Common Agricultural […]
India’s solar sector reaches milestone but faces import pressures
The Indian solar energy story marked a new milestone after India topped the Asia Pacific Region (APAC) for solar photovoltaic (PV) tenders in December 2019. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! According to analytics company GlobalData, with 49% tenders announced and a 75.4% share, […]
Week in Review: Trump’s trade deals, steel capacity utilization and Hindalco’s diversification plans
Before we head into the weekend, let’s take a look back at the week that was and some of the metals coverage here on MetalMiner, including coverage of: India’s Hindalco, U.S. steel capacity utilization, Trump’s trade deals, the Department of Commerce’s circumvention rulings on steel routed through Vietnam, U.S. industrial production and more. Looking for […]
Rio Tinto’s Pacific operations gain ASI certifications
More and more companies are touting their newly acquired “green” bona fides in a world that is becoming increasingly conscious of climate change. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! With the 2015 Paris climate accord and other government initiatives targeting reduction of emissions, companies […]
This Morning in Metals: Tariffs on $370B in Chinese goods to stay
This morning in metals news, the United States Trade Representative released a statement on the U.S.-China partial trade deal, copper prices fell back from a seven-month high Thursday, and Norsk Hydro signed a $1,600 million credit facility linked to its emissions targets. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire […]
This Morning in Metals: Green Deal seeks to make Europe carbon-neutral by 2050
This morning in metals news, the European Steel Association (EUROFER) offered its reaction to the new European Green Deal, China’s steel output could fall next year and China’s imports of iron ore dropped in November. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! EUROFER lauds carbon […]
Renewables MMI: Glencore inks long-term cobalt supply deal with SK Innovation
The Renewables Monthly Metals Index (MMI) dropped one point this month for a December MMI reading of 96. Looking for metal price forecasting and data analysis in one easy-to-use platform? Inquire about MetalMiner Insights today! Glencore inks long-term cobalt supply deal with SK Innovation Glencore announced another cobalt supply deal, this time with SK Innovation. The […]
This Morning in Metals: Tata Steel Plans to Cut Jobs in Europe
This morning in metals news, Tata Steel is making job cuts across its European operations, U.S. Steel announced it plans to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2030 and copper ticked up again Monday. Job Cuts Coming to Tata Steel’s European Operations Steelmaker Tata Steel will cut jobs throughout its European operations, Reuters […]
