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How AI and advanced sensing are giving miners X-ray vision
Despite the technological advances of the past century, mineral exploration still amounts to little more…
Workshop: Mining and metals unpacked
Mining is a primary industry that underpins global economic growth, yet it operates through long,…
Cornwall’s comeback: rewriting the UK’s mining narrative, one critical minerals project at a time
After decades on the sidelines, mining is re-emerging as a potential strategic pillar of the…
Tariffs, trust and elbows up: Critical minerals in a security-first world
Gold was the price darling of 2025, but critical minerals told the strategy story. Canada…
5 minutes with… Keerit Jutla
10 quickfire questions for inspirational mining and metals leaders. This month, Keerit Jutla, strategic advisor…
SPOTLIGHT: De-risking mining projects through better political and commercial intelligence
As governments take a more interventionist role in mining, from export bans and local processing…
Carly curates… the January 2026 reading list
Welcome to the reading list, where each month, I recommend 10 standout articles, podcast episodes,…
Carly curates… the November 2025 reading list
Ten essential reads (and listens) on building social acceptance and accountability in the mining industry
SPOTLIGHT: The next era of mine tailings governance will be defined by effectiveness rather than compliance
The first five years after Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management were about building systems,…
Mining leadership in flux: crafting strategies fit for the future
2025 has seen a record number of CEO transitions in the mining sector. Carly Leonida…
Beyond the Spreadsheet: Is it Time for an E-Waste Reality Check?
The circular economy promises that we can recycle our way to sustainability. The reality is…
“The simple fact is that the world cannot survive without mining and our contribution to literally every aspect of modern life”