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Rio Tinto and First Quantum Minerals partner to progress the La Granja copper project in Peru

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Rio Tinto and First Quantum Minerals (FQM) have entered into an agreement to form a joint venture that will work to unlock the development of the La Granja copper project in Cajamarca, Northern Peru, one of the largest undeveloped copper resources in the world. USGS map of global mineral resources.

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Caterpillar Foundation awards $12.5M grant to World Resources Institute (WRI) for sustainable cities initiative; focus on key urban centers in China, India and Brazil

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million grant to the World Resources Institute (WRI) to advance the progress of environmentally sustainable and livable cities in China, India, and Brazil. In the 21 st century, people in urban areas will lead the pathways toward more renewable energy, improved mobility, and greater economic security.

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GECF: more than a quarter of 2050 natural gas supply untapped

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Yet-to-find (YTF) resources will contribute to around 30% of the total production of natural gas worldwide by 2050, according to Yury Sentyurin, the Secretary General of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF). North America and Middle East will retain their position as the largest expanders of gas production.

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Street network patterns reveal global trend towards increasing urban sprawl

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Thus, today’s choices on the connectivity of streets may restrict future resilience and lock in pathways of energy use and CO 2. Gridded street networks, on the other hand, promote efficient, dense urban form in Bolivia, Argentina and Peru. emissions for a century or more. —Christopher Barrington-Leigh. 1905232116. 0223078.

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Study Concludes A Second Hydrocarbon Boom Threatens the Peruvian Amazon

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In 2009 there was a deadly conflict between indigenous protestors and government forces in Bagua, Peru, largely stemming from government efforts to lease or sell indigenous lands without their free, prior and informed consent. Environmental Research Letters.

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Adani Group’s USD 1.2-bn copper plant to boost India’s metal production – ET Auto

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“India’s drive towards clean energy systems, increasing penetration of electric vehicles and a host of associated applications are expected to double the domestic copper demand by 2030.” ” “The Adani Group is investing heavily in energy transition, in which copper will play a vital role. .”

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UOP looking to biomass catalytic pyrolysis to expand volumes of renewable hydrocarbon fuels

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Honeywell’s UOP Renewable Energy and Chemicals business unit. UOP is moving faster commercially on the Green Diesel side, with the Diamond Green project with Darling International and Valero Energy nearly complete. Something like 85-90% of energy process is retained in the pyrolysis liquid. Earlier post.) Hydroprocessing.

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