Science
Tiny Gold Treasure Found in Eucalyptus Leaves
Eucalyptus trees can transport gold from the ground to their leaves, thus preventing its accumulation, as it is toxic to them.
Ruth Arteaga.
May 14, 2024
News
Innovation
Students create photocatalytic concrete that purifies water and air
By integrating elements that catalyze reactions under exposure to UV radiation, it manages to decompose harmful substances present in the environment.
Joshua Falcón.
May 14, 2024
New Energies
China Launches First Large-Scale Sodium Battery Storage Plant
The new storage station’s batteries are charged to 90% in just 12 minutes.
Ruth Arteaga.
May 14, 2024
Mining
Centenario lithium project in Argentina successfully passed production tests
This project involves reserves that could last 40 years and an estimated annual production of 24,000 tons of lithium carbonate.
Joshua Falcón.
May 14, 2024
Mining
Río Tinto Group’s autonomous train suffered an accident in Australia
Rio Tinto operates around 14,000 iron ore railcars in the Pilbara, each with a capacity of 118 tonnes.
Ruth Arteaga.
May 14, 2024
Environment
NETL Report: Unlock Lithium Treasures from Wastewater
This mineral is found in large quantities in wastewater from Appalachian fracking processes.
Joshua Falcón.
May 14, 2024