Most energy and mining projects 20% over budget — studyAbout $1.5bn invested in energy transition-related projects are at risk through 2030, research from Bain & Company shows.Staff Writer | June 6, 2024 | 2:00 am
South Korean, African leaders pledge deeper ties, critical mineral developmentSouth Korea is planning to increase development aid for Africa…Reuters | June 4, 2024 | 7:33 am
Post-Covid, China is back in Africa and doubling down on mineralsChinese investment in Africa increased 114% last year.Reuters | May 28, 2024 | 7:17 am
SQM seeks lithium partner to finance international expansion The Santiago-based firm is offering a minority stake in its recently formed international lithium division. Bloomberg News | September 27, 2024 | 7:40 am
Glencore Congo copper mine hit with $894 million royalty row Kamoto is one of the largest mines in Congo, exporting 200,000 tonnes of copper and 16,000 tonnes of cobalt in 2023. Bloomberg News | September 27, 2024 | 7:01 am
How Europe’s battery hope has become a symbol of the EV bust Northvolt was supposed to power Europe’s response to the likes of Tesla and China’s fast-growing electric vehicle makers. Bloomberg News | September 26, 2024 | 5:05 pm
EnergyX raises another $50 million, opens new production facility in Austin, Texas The company's technology has raised over $110 million and is backed by investors including General Motors, Eni, and POSCO. Staff Writer | September 26, 2024 | 1:33 pm
Volt Lithium achieves first production in Texas The company began operating its DLE system on September 17, 2024, and is currently optimizing its field unit. Staff Writer | September 26, 2024 | 11:56 am
Kodal Minerals flags possible delay in first production at Bougouni lithium project Weather impacts could lead to a potential delay in first production by a few weeks to early Q1 2025. Staff Writer | September 26, 2024 | 9:28 am
Chile selects 6 sites for private lithium projects In October, the government will begin consulting indigenous communities near the areas. Reuters | September 26, 2024 | 6:51 am
Russia, Mali discuss joint lithium and solar projects The two countries are discussing the development of the first lithium production in Mali. Reuters | September 26, 2024 | 6:48 am
Kamala Harris calls for US critical minerals reserve, tax credits The plan, part of a $100 billion industrial policy vision, also called for the use of emergency government powers under the Cold War-era Defense Production Act. Bloomberg News | September 25, 2024 | 3:52 pm