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New method recovers 50% lithium from batteries in 30 seconds

Researchers at Rice University used microwave radiation and a biodegradable solvent to expedite lithium recovery.

Staff Writer | July 30, 2024 | 9:46 am

Saudis see Codelco as good option for lithium partnership

Codelco is navigating one of the most challenging periods in its nearly 50-year history after a series of setbacks at projects and mines.

Bloomberg News | July 29, 2024 | 3:09 pm

Sayona, Piedmont mark improvements at NAL as lithium price slides further

In the second quarter, NAL produced 49,660 dry metric tonnes of 5.3% concentrate – 23% more than the previous quarter.

Staff Writer | July 29, 2024 | 5:14 am

Tianqi appeals Chile ruling on SQM-Codelco lithium deal

The partnership would grant SQM the ability to extract lithium in the prized Atacama salt flat through 2060.

Reuters | July 27, 2024 | 1:24 pm

Big Oil seizes lithium opportunities

Mining companies could benefit in cash and technology as major fossil fuel companies invest in lithium.

Colin McLelland - The Northern Miner | July 27, 2024 | 11:25 am

Best resource investing bets for a Trump or Harris win

Commodity investors can’t ignore the spectacle unfolding in the States.

James Cooper | July 27, 2024 | 10:10 am

Cash-hungry Canadian miners test grey area of anti-China M&A rules

Ottawa cracked down on mining deals involving foreign state-owned entities in 2022 in a move widely seen as targeting China’s influence in the global critical minerals supply chain.

Bloomberg News | July 25, 2024 | 3:10 pm

Rio Tinto, BYD and LG Energy show interest in Chile’s Altoandinos lithium site

A total of 12 companies have submitted proposals to develop a lithium project in Chile's Altoandinos salt flats.

Reuters | July 25, 2024 | 2:44 pm

Chile’s lower house of Congress asks Boric to void Codelco-SQM deal

The partnership between Codelco and SQM is a major component of president Boric's plan to boost the state role in Chile's production of lithium.

Reuters | July 24, 2024 | 8:30 am

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