Mexico’s lower house backs lithium nationalization plans

The proposed law, now in the hands of the Senate, bans all private participation in the exploration and mining of the battery metal.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 19, 2022 | 4:13 am

Top 50 mining companies power through covid adding $1 trillion in value

Buoyant lithium, copper and gold prices lift value of top 50 mining stocks $1 trillion above covid lows – Russian miners prove resilient.

Frik Els | April 18, 2022 | 10:15 am

Battery Metals Snapshot: Eight companies developing minerals critical for a low-carbon future

As the world transitions away from fossil fuels to electrified transportation systems and energy networks, new deposits of the minerals required for a low-carbon future will need to be discovered and developed.

Carl A. Williams | April 15, 2022 | 6:00 am

Chile heads towards two “lost decades” of copper output growth

Chile’s crown as world’s No.1 copper producer is at risk despite the billions of dollars invested in new projects lately, experts warn.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 14, 2022 | 6:13 am

Why end-of-life Li-ion batteries need to be discharged

Upon decommissioning, lithium batteries still contain significant amounts of energy which can lead to safety problems for transportation, disposal and recycling.

Staff Writer | April 14, 2022 | 6:06 am