Social impact assessment

Montage Provides Project and Corporate Updates

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Montage Gold Corp. ("Montage" or the "Company") (TSXV: MAU) (OTCQX: MAUTF) is pleased to provide an update on exploration and development activities at the Koné Gold Project ("KGP"), along with a corporate update regarding executive transition in the Chief Financial Officer role.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Montage Gold Corp. ("Montage" or the "Company") (TSXV: MAU) (OTCQX: MAUTF) is pleased to provide an update on exploration and development activities at the Koné Gold Project ("KGP"), along with a corporate update regarding executive transition in the Chief Financial Officer role.
  • Montage expects to complete this process and receive environmental approvals in Q1 2024.
  • Upon the release of the DFS in January a formal project financing process will be initiated.
  • The near-term submission of the ESIA is a key milestone for the project and positions Montage to make a development decision in early 2024.

Orea Update on Renewal of Montagne d'Or Concessions; French Supreme Court Sends Ruling Back to Court of Appeals

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Orea Mining Corp. ("Orea") (TSX: OREA) (OTCQB: OREAF) (FSE: 3CG) announces that the Supreme Court of France (Conseil d'État) has sent the ruling concerning the renewal of the Montagne d'Or mineral titles back to the Court of Appeals.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Orea Mining Corp. ("Orea") (TSX: OREA) (OTCQB: OREAF) (FSE: 3CG) announces that the Supreme Court of France (Conseil d'État) has sent the ruling concerning the renewal of the Montagne d'Or mineral titles back to the Court of Appeals.
  • Orea and its legal advisors remain confident of a positive outcome for Orea and its shareholders, however the timeline of a conclusive ruling cannot be reasonably predicted.
  • In October 2021, Orea announced that the government exercised its right to request a final appeal to the Supreme Court of France.
  • The request was admitted in October 2022, and the Supreme Court made a recent ruling as outlined above.

EQS-News: Environmental and Social Impact Assessment completed for Phase One ZERO CARBON LITHIUM™ Project

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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Vulcan Energy Resources Limited (Vulcan, ASX: VUL, FSE: VUL, the Company) announces that its Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for Phase One of its Zero Carbon Lithium™ Project (Project) has been completed by ERM.

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  • Vulcan Energy Resources Limited (Vulcan, ASX: VUL, FSE: VUL, the Company) announces that its Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for Phase One of its Zero Carbon Lithium™ Project (Project) has been completed by ERM.
  • Vulcan is advancing Phase One of its ZERO CARBON LITHIUM™ Project: the first integrated project delivering renewable energy and lithium, from Europe for Europe.
  • Key outcomes of the ESIA report:
    The environmental and social baseline, impact assessment, and cumulative impact assessment completed by ERM is in line with lenders’ requirements to ensure a level of environmental performance prior to the furnishing of debt finance, e.g.
  • Vulcan’s ESG Lead, Storm Taylor, commented: “The completion of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment marks a significant milestone in the advancement of our Zero Carbon Lithium™ Project.

Researchers to Return to the Site of NORI’s Nodule Collection System Test to Assess Seafloor Ecosystem Function A Year After the Test

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Science, Social impact assessment, ISA, Clipperton Fracture Zone, Environmental resource management, Biota, International Seabed Authority, Research, Engineering, ESIA, Allseas, TMC, The Metals Company, Global Monitoring Plan, Specialization, Dredging, Rare-earth element

The upcoming offshore campaign is the latest in The Metals Company subsidiary NORI’s Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) to characterise the potential impacts of proposed polymetallic nodule collection operations.

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  • The upcoming offshore campaign is the latest in The Metals Company subsidiary NORI’s Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) to characterise the potential impacts of proposed polymetallic nodule collection operations.
  • Scientists from several leading marine research institutions will undertake an array of studies on the site of last year’s nodule collection system test to gather further environmental data on ecosystem recovery and functioning.
  • The Company expects to commence the campaign in Q4 2023.
  • Specialized research teams will use an array of boxcore and multi-core samplers as well as various benthic lander systems to assess impacts to biota and ecosystem function on the seafloor in NORI-D.

First Quantum Provides Update on Panama

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Friday, November 3, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (“First Quantum” or “the Company”) (TSX: FM) notes that during the week commencing October 30, 2023, the National Assembly of Panama held ordinary and extraordinary sessions concerning Bill 1109 and Bill 1110. Bill 1109 relates to the initially proposed popular consultation regarding Law 406. Law 406, enacted on October 20, 2023 by the National Assembly of Panama, approved the revised contract for the Cobre Panama mine agreed between the Company’s Panamanian subsidiary, Minera Panama S.A, (“MPSA”), and the Government of Panama. Bill 1110 originally proposed a moratorium on the granting of new concession contracts related to mining in Panama.

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  • Law 406, enacted on October 20, 2023 by the National Assembly of Panama, approved the revised contract for the Cobre Panama mine agreed between the Company’s Panamanian subsidiary, Minera Panama S.A, (“MPSA”), and the Government of Panama.
  • Bill 1110 originally proposed a moratorium on the granting of new concession contracts related to mining in Panama.
  • First Quantum is proud of its contribution to Panama.
  • The copper produced by Cobre Panama in 2022 would be enough for more than 6 million electric cars2.

The Metals Company Releases Second Annual Impact Report

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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With our second Impact Report, we detail how we can responsibly tap the planet's largest source of key battery materials to supply the energy transition while minimizing its environmental, climate and social impacts.

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  • With our second Impact Report, we detail how we can responsibly tap the planet's largest source of key battery materials to supply the energy transition while minimizing its environmental, climate and social impacts.
  • Benchmark’s LCA shows the NORI-D Project model performed better in almost every impact category analyzed than all the land-based routes analyzed.
  • TMC’s 2022 Impact Report was prepared using the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards as guidance.
  • To access TMC’s 2022 Impact Report, click here .

Euro Manganese Provides Update on Land Rezoning and ESIA for Chvaletice Manganese Project

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euro Manganese Inc. (TSX-V and ASX: EMN; OTCQX: EUMNF; Frankfurt: E06) (the "Company" or "EMN") is pleased to announce the completion of the land rezoning processes for the Chvaletice Manganese Project (the "Project"), and an update on the Project’s Environmental and Social Impact Assessment ("ESIA") approval process.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euro Manganese Inc. (TSX-V and ASX: EMN; OTCQX: EUMNF; Frankfurt: E06) (the "Company" or "EMN") is pleased to announce the completion of the land rezoning processes for the Chvaletice Manganese Project (the "Project"), and an update on the Project’s Environmental and Social Impact Assessment ("ESIA") approval process.
  • Rezoning of all tailings land and commercial plant land required for the Project is now complete, demonstrating continued support from local communities and municipal authorities.
  • Together with the rezoning of the Village of Trnavka’s ("Trnavka") tailings land for mining use, announced on March 23, 2022 , the rezoning requirements for the Project are now complete.
  • We fully respect the robustness of the ESIA process and are committed to minimising project impacts to the surrounding communities.

Global Riflescopes Industry Report 2023: Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) Commanded Largest Market Share of 39.63% in 2022 - Forecasts to 2030 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Military, Defense, Market share analysis, Night Sights, Conflict, Armed, COVID-19, Consumer, Thermography, USD, Compound annual growth rate, Social impact assessment, Telescope, Strategic management, Prospective Outlook on Long-term Energy Systems, Electro, Growth, Shooting sports, Economy of the Egyptian Armed Forces, Telescopic sight, Speciality chemicals, Cryptocurrency, Retail, Shipbuilding, Pathfinder

Key factors driving market share include a variety of range options, magnification types, sight types, functions, technologies, and applications.

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  • Key factors driving market share include a variety of range options, magnification types, sight types, functions, technologies, and applications.
  • The Long (> 500 yards) commanded largest market share of 63.22% in 2022, followed by Medium (100 to 500 yards).
  • The Armed Forces commanded largest market share of 54.14% in 2022, followed by Shooting Sports.
  • Europe, Middle East & Africa commanded largest market share of 39.63% in 2022, followed by Americas.

Global Phytosterols Industry Research Report 2023-2030: Advancements in Processing and Extractions Spurs Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, September 18, 2023
Organic Food, Retail, Health, Fitness & Nutrition, Specialty, Pharmaceutical, Food, Beverage, Exercise, Vegetable oils as alternative energy, High, Phytosterol, Vegetable oil, Drink, COVID-19, Dry, Cosmetics, USD, Certification, Composition, Social impact assessment, Investment, Aladdin (food & beverage containers), Growth, R, Pharmaceutical industry, Form, Stigmasterol

The Global Phytosterols Market is on a remarkable growth trajectory.

Key Points: 
  • The Global Phytosterols Market is on a remarkable growth trajectory.
  • This report considers 2018 to 2021 as historical years, designating 2022 as the base year, estimating 2023, and projecting from 2024 to 2030.
  • Driving this growth are several key factors, including the increasing awareness of the health benefits associated with phytosterols.
  • On a positive note, there are opportunities on the horizon, such as advancements in the processing and extraction of phytosterols.

Troilus Announces Leadership Transitions and Provides Operational Update

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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MONTREAL, Sept. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Troilus Gold Corp. (“Troilus” or the “Company”, TSX: TLG; OTCQX: CHXMF) announces the following leadership transitions.

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  • MONTREAL, Sept. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Troilus Gold Corp. (“Troilus” or the “Company”, TSX: TLG; OTCQX: CHXMF) announces the following leadership transitions.
  • Troilus is pleased to provide an update on its current activities and upcoming milestones.
  • Recognizing Troilus’ favourable standing, the Company has proactively taken the decision to implement cost-cutting measures by carefully evaluating operational efficiencies and identifying non-essential expenditures.
  • Troilus looks forward to delivering on further major catalysts in the coming months, aligned with its development plan towards a producing asset.