SHANGHAI, March 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The first annual Palladium Global Science Award competition is now live, with a total prize fund of $350,000. Scientists, startups and research groups involved in the study, analysis and development of new applications for palladium have to submit their entries until 31 July 2025. The China Precious Metals Industry
A national conversation on land use has been launched by the UK Government which will seek the views of farmers, landowners, businesses and nature groups on a new approach to managing land use in England. According to Defra the Land Use Framework uses “the most sophisticated land use data ever published” and aims to provide
KUWAIT CITY, Jan 20: Gold prices ended last week’s trading higher at $2,702 per ounce, marking a third consecutive week of gains, with a 1.25 percent increase from the previous closing price. This upward movement in gold prices comes amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions and economic challenges around the world, particularly with the inauguration of US
Between 10 million and 20 million miners in more than 70 countries work in artisanal and small-scale gold mining, including up to 5 million women and children. These operations, which are often unregulated and unsafe, generate 37 per cent of global mercury pollution (838 tonnes a year) – more than any other sector. Miners use
Recession fears prompted investors to turn to gold, with one firm recording their highest numbers in 10 months. It followed global stock markets falling and fears of a US recession. In the seven days to August 12 BullionVault saw trades worth £7.2mn. Adrian Ash, director of research at BullionVault, said: “While private investors remain cautious on gold at these