Rio Tinto News

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and metals company with a rich history dating back to 1873. Operating in 35 countries, Rio Tinto specializes in the exploration, mining, and processing of a diverse range of minerals and metals, including iron ore, aluminum, copper, diamonds, gold, and industrial minerals such as borates, titanium dioxide, and salt. The company's integrated operations encompass mine-to-market processes, ensuring efficient production and supply chain management. With a workforce of approximately 60,000 employees, Rio Tinto is committed to sustainable development, focusing on innovative technologies and practices to minimize environmental impact and enhance community engagement. Their products are essential in various industries, including construction, automotive, electronics, and energy, contributing significantly to global infrastructure and technological advancement.

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22 JAN '26

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Expanded Solar Power Integration at Kennecott Copper Operations

Rio Tinto and Bechtel coordinate technical implementation with 5N Plus and First Solar to deploy an expanded solar infrastructure using on-site produced tellurium for enhanced renewable energy generation.

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16 JAN '26

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Low-Carbon Copper Supply for Industrial Data Centres

Rio Tinto and Amazon Web Services to integrate Nuton bioleaching copper into U.S. data centre infrastructure supply chains.

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19 MAY '25

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Rio Tinto invests to modernise century-old hydroelectric power plant in Quebec

Rio Tinto invests US$1.2 billion to modernize its 1926 Isle-Maligne hydroelectric plant in Quebec, its largest hydro investment since the 1950s.

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09 MAY '25

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Rio Tinto extracts first gallium from its alumina refining process with partner Indium Corporation

The transition to a commercial-scale plant could see production reach 40 tonnes annually, representing between 5 and 10% of current world gallium production.

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