Unstable electrolytes in lithium metal batteries now a bit more stableChinese researchers have developed functional micro-arrays for efficient lithium metal anode interfaces.Staff Writer | December 8, 2023 | 6:06 am
Chile aims to be among world’s top three cobalt producersThe copper producing nation holds significant quantities of cobalt in…Cecilia Jamasmie | December 8, 2023 | 3:45 am
Surge Battery Metals secures mineral rights at Nevada North lithium projectThe company has secured control of over 25% of the…Staff Writer | December 7, 2023 | 12:20 pm
Talon Metals seeks regulatory permit for Minnesota nickel mine Talon said the submittal covers several key aspects of the Tamarack nickel project, including no crushing or processing of ore at the mine site and water treatment. Reuters | June 21, 2023 | 9:29 am
Sayona considers restart of stand-alone lithium carbonate plant as early as 2026 Completing the plant will move Sayona Quebec downstream processing for the North American battery industry. Staff Writer | June 21, 2023 | 8:58 am
EV battery-swapping could help solve the US charging problem Over the past two years, Ample Inc. has deployed more than a dozen robotic battery-swap stations around San Francisco and in Europe. Bloomberg News | June 21, 2023 | 7:26 am
Global nickel market in 20,500 tonne surplus in April Market had a deficit of 2,600 tons in the same month last year. Reuters | June 21, 2023 | 6:55 am
China lithium price rebound to be capped by growing supply, analysts say Spot lithium carbonate prices in China nearly doubled in the last two months. Reuters | June 21, 2023 | 6:52 am
Auto firms race to secure non-Chinese graphite for EVs as shortages loom Automakers are knocking at the doors of new producers, such as Madagascar and Mozambique. Reuters | June 21, 2023 | 6:38 am
Lynas Rare Earths gets $14m Australian govt grant to develop project The grant will help develop a new system that will allow the processing of apatite, a group of phosphate minerals. Reuters | June 21, 2023 | 6:21 am
Albemarle becomes first lithium firm to complete responsible mining audit Third-party audit shows Albemarle meets 50% to 75% of the criteria in each of four areas, including social and environmental responsibility. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 21, 2023 | 5:53 am
Avalon Materials plans lithium processing plant in Ontario Company acquires industrial site in Thunder Bay, aims to become province’s first vertically integrated lithium producer. Staff Writer | June 20, 2023 | 2:45 pm