Critical metals from complex copper ores

该项目的目标是解决复杂铜矿的关键矿产资源潜力。这项研究将利用创新的方法和最先进的分析技术，产生关于矿石和加工流程中关键矿物的浓度、分布、物理形态和化学形态的新知识，包括碲、钴和稀土元素。预期成果包括澳大利亚最大的铜矿--奥林匹克大坝(S.A.)关键元素资源的综合模型。未来这些元素的回收将为现有业务增加重大价值，提供长期的经济和商业利益，并将有助于澳大利亚向低碳未来的过渡。

The aims of this project address the critical mineral resource potential of complex copper ores. The research will generate new knowledge on the concentration, distribution, physical form and chemical speciation of critical minerals, including tellurium, cobalt and rare earth elements, in ores and processing streams using innovative approaches and utilising state-of-the-art analytical techniques. Expected outcomes include integrated models for critical element endowments in Australia's largest copper resource, Olympic Dam (S.A.). Future recovery of these elements would add significant value to existing operations, providing long-term economic and commercial benefits and would also contribute to Australia's transition to a low-carbon future.