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Mining

A tailings pond

April 20, 2023 U of T researchers grow micro-organisms that can clean tailings ponds and recover nickel

March 9, 2023 U of T partners with Vale Energy Transition Metals to accelerate sustainable mining solutions

September 29, 2022 As demand for EVs grows, student researcher explores social and ecological risks of lithium 'gold rush'

Wood Tower at Goldring

September 18, 2019 From wood towers to more efficient mining: How U of T is driving innovation, economic prosperity across Ontario

June 26, 2019 Seven U of T researchers awarded $3.8 million in federal grants for projects benefiting economy, environment

Photo of Erin Bobicki

May 13, 2019 U of T faculty member named a finalist in search for a more efficient way to crush rocks in mining industry

Photo of Erin Bobicki

February 8, 2017 Don't try this at home: U of T engineer finds microwaving rocks could make mining more sustainable