Global Scans · Mining · Weekly Summary

• Demand for architects in mining is expected to decrease by 16% by 2030, while there will likely be 18% more architect jobs in healthcare, such as for designing hospitals, nursing homes, and other facilities. McKinsey & Company
• As well as demand for jobs in high-carbon industries like coal mining expected to fall, new jobs will appear (at least 24 million globally by 2030 according to the International Labor Organisation) and others will change radically. OECD Education and Skills Today
• U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to impose a tariff on aluminum imports could cost about 100,000 jobs across the United States, with CEO speaking at BMO Global Metals & Mining Conference in Florida. eOption
• IFC supports countries and mining companies in implementing responsible and safe mining practices that seek to maximize contributions to jobs and economic growth in developing countries, while minimizing environmental and social development risks. IFC
• Before changes in the mining laws, most mining companies were employing many foreign nationals even in jobs that could be done by Tanzanians. tralac
• Over the next 30 years, new coal production of 145-345 million tons could result in 47,500 coal mining jobs. IER
• Job Creation & Workforce Growth: By 2025, the expansion of lithium mining, battery manufacturing, and associated technologies could create over 300,000 new jobs across the United States and Canada-benefiting rural, tribal, and tech-driven communities. Farmonaut
• Mining Weekly Editor Martin Creamer discusses Anglo American's renewable and green hydrogen projects; Minerals Council South Africa welcoming the 125% tax break for businesses investing in renewables; and the 14000 jobs Amplats expects to be created through SA's hydrogen corridor. Mining Weekly

Last updated: 07 December 2025