Investor that took on Exxon targets deals in critical minerals

Investment fund Engine No. 1, known for its battle with Exxon and recently taking a surprise stake in Vale’s base metals business, is eying more deals in critical minerals.

Bloomberg News | August 9, 2023 | 10:42 am

Cornish Lithium secures initial $67m to keep UK project alive

The much-needed funding will allow Cornish Lithium will allow it to progress its Trelavour project to a construction-ready status.

Cecilia Jamasmie | August 9, 2023 | 5:33 am

Piedmont Lithium’s plans to supply Tesla face skeptical North Carolina officials

Company officials updated the Gaston County Board of Commissioners on plans for water treatment, blasting and other issues at a public information meeting.

Reuters | August 8, 2023 | 5:30 pm

Bolivia eyes lithium mining investment from Brazil’s Petrobras

Petrobras has signaled interest in Bolivia's lithium-rich salt flats with an eye toward industrial-scale projects.

Reuters | August 8, 2023 | 4:26 pm

Lithium deals cast doubt on Australia’s onshore refining dream

Australia’s government has ambitions to help break China’s stranglehold on the battery supply chain.

Bloomberg News | August 8, 2023 | 10:30 am

Lithium Chile reports NPV of $1.1 billion for Arizaro project in Argentina

The Arizaro project is currently undergoing the second phase of its development, with the goal of establishing a measured resource.

Staff Writer | August 8, 2023 | 9:13 am

How chilly relations with China are playing out for Canada’s miners

Three key stories have characterized the first half of the year.

Zachary Parsons | August 7, 2023 | 2:54 pm

Ghana approves green minerals policy to develop lithium industry

Cabinet approved policy document expected to be passed by parliament before the end of the yearwill provide clear guidelines and a fiscal regime for mining so-called green minerals in a manner that ensures Ghana derives as much benefit as possible from its resources.

Bloomberg News | August 7, 2023 | 9:33 am

Atlantic Lithium says it is confident of getting mining lease in Ghana

Piedmont Lithium invested $100 million in the company in 2011 to secure spodumene from Atlantic Lithium's mine in Ghana.

Reuters | August 7, 2023 | 9:21 am

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