Metals and Minerals – Page 11

China’s Nickel Plants in Indonesia Created Needed Jobs, Plus Pollution

An influx of Chinese investment into nickel-processing on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi is sowing pollution while generating economic opportunity.

By Peter S. Goodman and Ulet Ifansasti

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Pacific Seabed Mining Delayed as International Agency Finalizes Rules

Efforts to extract the metals used in car batteries have been pushed off amid pressure from environmentalists and nations that oppose them.

By Eric Lipton

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It’s Summer. Are You Suddenly Allergic to Your Jewelry?

Experts say heat and sweat can trigger problems with metal jewelry, especially alloys. But some brands make alternatives.

By Charlotte de la Fuente for The New York Times

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Lithium Scarcity Pushes Carmakers Into the Mining Business

Ford, General Motors and others are striking deals with mining companies to avoid raw material shortages that could thwart their electric vehicle ambitions.

By Clifford Krauss and Jack Ewing

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