甘肃五年间矿产勘查"多点开花" 中新网兰州11月20日电 (戴文昌)从泾川特大型铀矿到玉门大型金矿，甘肃"十四五"期间矿产资源勘查开 发多点开花。记者20日从甘肃省自然资源厅获悉，五年间，该省新发现大中型矿产地35处，同时以189 座绿色矿山筑牢生态屏障，走出一条资源开发与环境保护协同共生的双赢之路。 地域辽阔、矿产资源丰富的甘肃，是全国闻名的有色金属之乡。截至2024年底，该省已发现各类矿产 151种，查明资源储量的有105种，其中，镍、钴等12种矿产资源储量排名全国前列。 作为国家向西开放的枢纽节点和西部重要能源资源基地，甘肃历来高度重视矿产资源勘查开发工作。甘 肃省自然资源厅副厅长尚晓龙说，在新一轮找矿突破战略行动，该省围绕重要成矿区带和战略性优势矿 产，累计投入资金47.1亿元，为找矿突破奠定坚实基础。 甘肃是矿产资源大省，矿业经济在支撑该省高质量发展方面发挥了重要作用。尚晓龙说，五年来，甘肃 持续深化矿产资源勘查开发改革，以新一轮找矿突破战略行动为抓手，通过"四个坚持"推动资源优势向 发展优势转化，为该省高质量发展注入强劲动力。 11月6日，甘肃金昌市金川集团厂史馆展陈的孔雀石。 戴文昌 摄 在顶层 ...

在新一轮找矿突破战略行动部署下，中国地质调查局广州海洋地质调查局全面贯彻落实习近平总书记给山东省地矿局第六地质大队全体地质工作者重要 回信精神，3年来加强调查研究和深海技术装备研发应用，在海洋油气、天然气水合物、深海铁锰结核、富钴结壳及锆铪砂矿等领域取得积极成效，为海洋 经济发展提供了有力支撑。 构建现代化深海探测技术装备体系 以"梦想"号大洋钻探船为代表的8艘科考船 在多功能综合作业平台升级改造方面，该局在自主研发大深度无人遥控潜水器（ROV）"海马"号的基础上，不断进行功能拓展和能力升级。通过改 造"海马"号ROV并增配柔性机械手、三维激光扫描仪等设备，在深海考古航次中发挥作用，实现了海底陶器等深海文物的无损提取；通过升级浮力材料和核 心部件，研发了最新一代6000米级"海马"号ROV，并已成功完成海上试验；自主研发全球首套海底可燃冰原位收集及燃烧引火装置，成功在1500多米的深海 获取十五运会和残特奥会火种的"源火"，将战略性清洁能源、深海探测关键技术和大型体育盛会有机融合，充分体现了地质调查工作对海洋强国战略实施的 重要支撑作用。 支撑海域矿产能源资源找矿突破 广州海洋地质调查局坚持向海图强，在建成国 ...

绝大多数战略性矿种已完成"十四五"找矿目标任务。 国家将加大提高矿产资源勘查合理开采和综合利用水平，加力实施找矿突破战略行动，实现增储上产目 标。 据自然资源部微信公号，自然资源部副部长、中国地质调查局局长许大纯在今天的《学习时报》发表题 为《提高矿产资源勘查合理开采和综合利用水平》的署名文章。 他认为，通过技术创新和严格监管，牵引和倒逼绿色勘查、绿色矿山建设，强化共伴生、低品位矿综合 利用，推动尾矿废石综合回收，能够最大限度减少矿产资源开采对生态环境的影响，将矿产开发活动融 入区域生态系统良性循环，推动形成绿色低碳的矿业发展模式，为建设美丽中国贡献力量。 资源安全关乎国家生存与发展，是最基本的安全需求之一。图为内蒙古某大型矿山。摄影 / 章轲 近年来，我国新一轮找矿突破战略行动深入推进。许大纯介绍，全国自然资源系统会同有关部门、地方 和企业围绕国家战略需求，加快构建"央地企"协调联动、"找评攻"一体化推进的找矿突破新机制，加大 科技、人才、装备协同保障力度，在重点成矿区带部署实施一系列基础地质调查和矿产勘查项目。特别 是战略性新兴产业矿产取得重大突破，新增一批重要矿产资源储量，重要矿产资源保障年限得以稳定甚 ...

我国找矿又有重大发现！ 日前，甘肃省平凉市崆峒区成功探获一处大型冶镁白云岩矿床，资源总量达7亿吨，标志着该区域在矿 产勘查方面取得重大突破。据悉，该白云岩矿资源综合利用潜力巨大。 此前，自然资源部发布的《中国矿产资源报告（2025）》显示，我国新一轮找矿突破战略行动取得重要 进展，在重点成矿区带和大型油气盆地实现了一系列找矿重大突破。 来看详细报道！ 7亿吨冶镁白云岩矿 据科技日报报道，11月6日从甘肃省自然资源厅了解到，甘肃省平凉市崆峒区成功探获一处大型冶镁白 云岩矿床，资源总量达7亿吨，标志着该区域在矿产勘查方面取得重大突破。 据悉，该矿床位于平凉市崆峒区转马台一带。2000年以来，为加快推进崆峒区冶镁白云岩矿勘查开发工 作，省市县三级财政共同出资开展了崆峒区转马台冶镁白云岩矿普查、详查工作，由甘肃煤田地质局一 四六队分阶段完成。 勘查结果显示，矿体赋存于中元古界蓟县系王全口组浅海相碳酸盐岩地层中，共圈定5条呈层状产出的 冶镁白云岩矿体，MgO平均品位20.67%，为优质的冶镁白云岩矿。 同时，该矿具有规模巨大、埋藏较浅、倾角平缓、厚度稳定等特点，便于露天开采。勘查项目通过地质 填图、钻探工程、系统取样测 ...

Core Insights - A significant discovery of a large magnesium limestone deposit has been made in the Kongtong District of Pingliang City, Gansu Province, with a total resource volume of 700 million tons, marking a major breakthrough in mineral exploration in the region [1][2] Summary by Sections Major Mineral Discoveries - The magnesium limestone deposit is located in the Zhuangmatai area of the Kongtong District, with an average MgO grade of 20.67%, indicating high-quality ore [2] - The deposit is characterized by its large scale, shallow burial, gentle dip, and stable thickness, making it suitable for open-pit mining [2] - The comprehensive utilization potential of the magnesium limestone is significant, as it serves as a key raw material for magnesium metallurgy and has applications in refractory materials, metallurgical flux, glass, and ceramics [2] Recent Exploration Achievements - In October, Jiangsu Province reported a major breakthrough with the discovery of a large strontium deposit in Nanjing, with inferred resources of 545.55 thousand tons and an average grade of 48.65% [3] - In July, a team from China National Nuclear Corporation announced the discovery of the world's deepest sandstone-type industrial uranium mineralization in the Tarim Basin, setting a new record [4] - The first half of the year saw the discovery of 38 new mineral sites nationwide, a 31% increase year-on-year, with significant finds in various provinces including Heilongjiang, Hebei, and Xinjiang [5] Strategic Mining Initiatives - The Ministry of Natural Resources reported that the new round of mineral exploration strategic actions has made significant progress, with a total investment of 1159.94 billion yuan in geological exploration for 2024 [5] - The report highlighted the discovery of 150 new mineral sites, including 49 large, 54 medium, and 47 small sites, with lithium, gold, and iron being among the most frequently discovered minerals [5] - A notable "Asian lithium belt" has been identified, spanning 2800 kilometers across Sichuan, Qinghai, Tibet, and Xinjiang, with multiple large and super-large lithium deposits found [5]

Core Insights - Tongling Nonferrous Metals Group Co., Ltd. won the exploration rights for the Jiguanshan-Hucun copper-gold-molybdenum mine for 3.204 billion yuan, enhancing its resource reserves and supporting its strategic focus on the copper industry [1] - The exploration rights were officially confirmed on November 4, following a public auction held by the Anhui Provincial Natural Resources Department [1] - The mine is located near the Dongguashan copper mine in Tongling City, Anhui Province, which aligns with the company's strategy to strengthen its sustainable development capabilities [1] Company Summary - The total identified copper ore in the entire mining area is 30.9464 million tons, with a copper metal content of 328,800 tons and an average copper grade of 1.06% [2] - The identified gold ore amounts to 1.4796 million tons, with a gold metal content of 8,640.37 kilograms and an average gold grade of 5.840 g/t [2] - The identified molybdenum ore is 15.9357 million tons, with a molybdenum metal content of 15,000 tons and an average molybdenum grade of 0.094% [2] - The identified sulfur ore is 8.5724 million tons, with a sulfur element content of 1.9467 million tons and an average sulfur grade of 22.71% [2] Industry Context - A new round of mineral exploration strategies is being promoted, with the Anhui Provincial Industrial and Information Technology Department emphasizing increased geological surveys and exploration efforts in key areas [4] - The plan aims to add a batch of resources available for development and extend the service life of existing mines through various measures [4] - The industry is focusing on the recovery and expansion of production capacities in existing mines while ensuring compliance in the construction of new mines [4]

Core Insights - The Anhui Provincial Department of Industry and Information Technology has released a draft for public consultation on the "Implementation Plan for High-Quality Development of the Gold Industry in Anhui Province (2025-2027)" aiming for significant growth in gold resources and production by 2027 [1] Group 1: Resource Development Goals - The plan aims for a growth of over 5% in gold resource volume by 2027, with new exploration resources exceeding production consumption [1] - Gold mining production capacity is expected to expand by over 10%, with large and medium-sized mines accounting for 70% of the total [1] - Gold production is targeted to increase by over 5%, with the establishment of one new 25-ton group and one 10-ton enterprise, aiming for over five ton-gold enterprise groups [1] Group 2: Technological Advancements - The plan emphasizes the accelerated application of key technologies and equipment for deep exploration, non-cyanide gold extraction, and improving mining recovery rates and comprehensive utilization of associated minerals [2] - The solid waste utilization rate is targeted to increase to over 35% [1] Group 3: Strategic Actions - The plan includes a new round of exploration strategies, enhancing geological surveys and exploration efforts in key areas such as Wuhe-Fengyang and Dabie Mountain [2] - It aims to extend the service life of existing mines by discovering new resources in key development mines [2] Group 4: Industry Consolidation and Upgrading - The plan supports resource integration in key gold mining areas and encourages the elimination of outdated and inefficient production capacities [2] - It promotes the establishment of new independent processing plants with minimum processing capacities of 500 tons per day for gold and 2000 tons for heap leaching [2] - The plan encourages capital-driven consolidation among gold enterprises to enhance competitiveness and foster leading enterprise groups with national competitiveness [2]

Core Insights - The discovery of the "Asian Lithium Belt" marks a significant achievement in China's mineral resource exploration during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, enhancing the country's strategic mineral resource security [2][4] - Investment in non-oil and gas mineral exploration continues to grow rapidly, with a year-on-year increase of 23.9% in the first half of 2025, indicating a robust exploration environment [1][5] Group 1: Lithium Resource Development - The "Asian Lithium Belt," spanning 2,800 kilometers from Sichuan to Xinjiang, has propelled China's lithium reserves from sixth to second globally [2][3] - The exploration target for lithium has been set at 800,000 tons of lithium oxide during the 14th Five-Year Plan, which was achieved ahead of schedule [2][3] - China's cumulative lithium oxide resource amount is now 17.5 times that of 20 years ago, with significant discoveries in regions like Sichuan and Xinjiang [3] Group 2: Technological Innovations - China has transitioned from relying on foreign mining theories to developing its own innovative mineral formation theories and exploration technologies [3][10] - New technologies such as drones and satellite remote sensing have significantly improved exploration success rates and reduced costs [3][10] - Key breakthroughs in lithium extraction technologies have revitalized previously underutilized resources [3] Group 3: Broader Mineral Resource Achievements - The 14th Five-Year Plan has seen a total investment of nearly 450 billion yuan in mineral exploration, with 150 new mineral sites discovered [5][6] - Major breakthroughs in energy minerals, including the discovery of 10 billion-ton oil fields and 19 trillion cubic meter gas fields, have bolstered energy security [6] - The discovery of nearly 5,000 tons of rare earth resources in Inner Mongolia further solidifies China's position as the world's leading rare earth producer [7] Group 4: Strategic Implications - The advancements in lithium and other mineral resources are expected to support the development of new energy and strategic emerging industries, promoting regional economic transformation [4][6] - The new round of exploration strategies emphasizes government leadership and innovation, aiming to enhance national energy resource security [9][10] - The integration of exploration, evaluation, and technological breakthroughs is seen as a key driver for accelerating mineral resource discoveries [9]

Core Insights - The 2025 China International Mining Conference highlighted significant advancements in mineral exploration and resource management in China, as detailed in the "China Mineral Resources Report (2025)" released by the Ministry of Natural Resources [1] Group 1: Investment and Discoveries - In 2022, China invested 115.994 billion yuan in geological exploration, marking four consecutive years of growth [1] - A total of 150 new mineral sites were discovered, including 49 large, 54 medium, and 47 small sites, with notable finds in fluorite, lithium, gold, and iron [1] - The mining sector's fixed asset investment is projected to grow by 10.5% in 2024, with continuous increases in the production of ten non-ferrous metals and record-high outputs in coal, crude oil, and natural gas [1] Group 2: Energy Resource Development - During the 14th Five-Year Plan, nearly 450 billion yuan was invested in exploration, resulting in the discovery of 10 large oil fields and 19 large gas fields, significantly enhancing energy resource security [2] - The Ordos Basin reported an additional geological reserve of over 300 billion cubic meters of coalbed methane, nearing the total added over the past decade [2] - New oil and gas reserves have supported stable production levels of 200 million tons of oil and over 240 billion cubic meters of natural gas [2] Group 3: Green Development and Regulations - The mining industry is advancing towards green development, with a focus on implementing green exploration and establishing standards for sustainable practices [2] - The new Mineral Resources Law aims to ensure national resource security, protect mining rights, and foster a fair market environment [3] - In 2024, China plans to enhance international cooperation in the mining sector, improving foreign investment access and promoting global market prosperity [3]

Core Insights - During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, China's mineral resource exploration has achieved significant breakthroughs, particularly in lithium, uranium, and high-purity quartz, enhancing the country's strategic mineral resource security [1][2][4]. Group 1: Lithium Resource Development - The discovery of the "Asian Lithium Belt," spanning 2,800 kilometers from Sichuan to Xinjiang, marks a significant achievement in mineral exploration during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [2]. - China's lithium reserves have increased dramatically, with the global ranking rising from sixth to second place, reflecting a substantial enhancement in resource security [2][3]. - The exploration target for lithium has been set at 800,000 tons of lithium oxide, which was nearly achieved in the first year of the plan [2]. Group 2: Technological Innovations - China has transitioned from relying on foreign mining theories to developing its own innovative mining theories and technologies, significantly improving exploration success rates and reducing costs [3][10]. - New technologies such as drones and satellite remote sensing have been effectively utilized in exploration, enhancing the precision of drilling operations [3][10]. Group 3: Broader Mineral Resource Achievements - The total investment in geological exploration reached approximately 115.99 billion yuan in 2024, marking four consecutive years of growth, with nearly 450 billion yuan invested during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [6]. - Major breakthroughs in energy minerals, including the discovery of 10 billion-ton oil fields and 19 trillion-cubic-meter gas fields, have bolstered China's energy security [6][10]. - The exploration of strategic emerging industries has led to significant discoveries, including high-purity quartz and helium, which are crucial for high-tech industries [7][8]. Group 4: Future Outlook - The Ministry of Natural Resources plans to enhance the exploration of critical strategic minerals and increase funding and policy support for future exploration efforts [11].