Chile lithium project attracting plenty of interest, Enami saysThe early-stage Altoandinos project is part of President Gabriel Boric’s agenda to open up new areas to lithium extraction in a bid to double output.Bloomberg News | June 4, 2024 | 10:44 am
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire partners with Occidental to extract lithiumThe two companies formed a JV to produce high-purity lithium…Staff Writer | June 4, 2024 | 9:57 am
Lithion completes battery material extraction plant construction in QuébecThe build marks the first lithium-ion battery critical mineral extraction…Staff Writer | June 3, 2024 | 2:16 pm
Saudi Arabia set on securing lithium for EV ambitions Saudi Arabia is committed to sourcing lithium from overseas as it looks to produce EV batteries and invest in the electric vehicle sector. Reuters | April 28, 2024 | 10:08 am
SQM invests $2 million in Chilean startup Movener Movener, which aims to transform traditional trucks into hybrid-electric vehicles, is the first Chilean company in SQM’s venture portfolio. Staff Writer | April 26, 2024 | 9:01 am
Glencore mulls mining investments in Nigeria It's especially interested in nickel, cobalt, zinc and other metals, provided the government guarantees a stable business environment. Staff Writer | April 26, 2024 | 5:33 am
On lithium’s frontier, miners are betting on a greener second act Despite bullish long term forecasts, the metal has been languishing near two-year lows as demand fails to keep pace. Bloomberg News | April 25, 2024 | 2:43 pm
Miners struggle to finance projects amid surging battery demand — IEA EVs could reach 17 million in 2024, accounting for more than one in five cars sold worldwide, according to the International Energy Agency. Staff Writer | April 25, 2024 | 11:19 am
SQM partner Tianqi Lithium requests shareholders vote on Codelco tie-up Tianqi also said not enough financial information has been given to determine the impact on SQM operations from the deal. Reuters | April 25, 2024 | 6:58 am
India seeks overseas help for lithium processing to avoid relying on China India's Ministry of Mines began discussions with Australia and the United States last year, according to Reuters. Reuters | April 25, 2024 | 4:40 am
Nigeria revokes 924 dormant mining titles, seeks new investors Africa's top oil producer, which is also rich in lithium, gold and limestone, will grant mining licences to only companies that process their minerals locally after toughening licensing rules for foreign companies last year. Reuters | April 24, 2024 | 3:07 pm
American Battery updates assessment of Tonopah Flats lithium project The Tonopah Flats claystone is one of the largest lithium resources in the United States. Staff Writer | April 24, 2024 | 11:52 am