Topic

mining

6 stories tagged mining on EV Digest.

Glencore's Sudbury Mine Deepens EV Operations, Eyes Emission Reduction

Mining giant Glencore has achieved a significant milestone at its all-electric Sudbury operations in Ontario, Canada, deploying heavy-duty electric vehicles deeper into the nickel and copper mine. This move further electrifies extraction processes, aiming to enhance efficiency and drastically cut carbon emissions associated with traditional underground mining. The project highlights a growing trend of industrial electrification, pushing the boundaries for large-scale EV adoption in challenging environments.

September 5, 2026ElectrekGlencore

Regulation

Indonesia's 2027 Budget Aims to Boost EV Production and Raw Materials Sector

Indonesia's proposed 2027 budget includes significant initiatives designed to bolster its domestic electric vehicle manufacturing and critical mineral mining industries. The budget leverages the nation's rich natural resources to attract investment and position Indonesia as a key player in the global EV supply chain.

August 16, 2026Bloomberg (Google News)Indonesia

Battery

Rio Tinto Sees Strong Demand for Key EV Battery Metals Driven by AI Expansion

Mining giant Rio Tinto anticipates robust demand for metals critical to EV battery production, such as copper and aluminum, citing their increasing use in AI data centers and related infrastructure. The company's optimistic outlook, fueled by soaring earnings, suggests a sustained need for these materials across both the electric vehicle and rapidly expanding artificial intelligence sectors. This dual demand could impact supply chains and pricing for essential EV components.

July 29, 2026Financial Times (Google News)Rio Tinto

Models

Fortescue CEO Tests 150-Ton Battery-Electric Mining Haul Truck

Mining giant Fortescue is electrifying its heavy-duty fleet, with its CEO recently taking a 150-ton battery-electric haul truck for a test drive. This move highlights the company's commitment to transitioning its operations to electric power, showcasing the capabilities of its next-generation heavy machinery.

July 27, 2026ElectrekFortescue

Battery

CATL Points to Mining as the Primary Bottleneck for Global EV Battery Production

The world's largest EV battery manufacturer, CATL, states that the biggest challenge facing the industry is securing raw materials from mining operations, not the subsequent refining processes. This highlights a critical supply chain concern as the demand for electric vehicles continues to surge globally, potentially impacting future battery availability and costs.

July 3, 2026Bloomberg (Google News)CATL

Battery

Rock Tech Lithium Secures New Ontario Project to Boost North American Production

Rock Tech Lithium is expanding its footprint in Northwestern Ontario by acquiring the Victory Project, a vast exploration property. This strategic move aims to strengthen the company's regional lithium supply chain capabilities, providing a potential future source of raw materials for EV battery production.

July 2, 2026Charged EVsRock Tech Lithium

Topic

mining

6 stories tagged mining on EV Digest.

Battery