Arizona Lithium starts production drilling at Prairie project in Saskatchewan

The start of drilling marks the launch of Canada's first commercial lithium production plant, the miner said.

Staff Writer | May 27, 2024 | 9:21 am

New technique allows recycling components of solid-state batteries over and over again

Researchers have successfully applied cold sintering to the solid and liquid electrolyte components of solid-state batteries to recycle them.

Staff Writer | May 27, 2024 | 6:06 am

Electric mining vehicle industry’s value to reach $23 billion by 2044 – report

A new IDTechEx report notes that large EV batteries and innovative fast-charging methods are driving the adoption of electric and autonomous mining vehicles.

Staff Writer | May 26, 2024 | 7:31 am

Video: China’s dominance drives global battery trends, says Adamas Intelligence

China continues to dominate the EV market, as every second electric car sold globally in the past year was made in the country.

Henry Lazenby | May 25, 2024 | 5:41 am

Ranked: The world’s largest lithium producers in 2023

Australia, Chile, and China—accounted for 88% of lithium production last year.

Visual Capitalist - Elements | May 23, 2024 | 11:26 am

SQM expects to close Codelco lithium deal by May 31 deadline

Some analysts had cautioned the deal could be delayed after an earlier deadline was extended two months due to complexities in the negotiation.

Reuters | May 23, 2024 | 11:16 am

Zimbabwe state miner says lithium assets attract investors

Kuvimba has identified a lithium ore resource of 38 million tons at Sandawana, the site of a mothballed emerald mine formerly run by Rio Tinto.

Bloomberg News | May 23, 2024 | 9:08 am

SQM swings to $870 million loss on sinking prices, tax ruling

Data from Benchmark Mineral Intelligence suggests that global prices have fallen by more than 80%, dragged by weaker demand for EVs.

Reuters | May 23, 2024 | 7:10 am

Rio Tinto faces pressure to leave London exchange

Activist investor Palliser Capital argues that switching its primary listing to Australia would boost Rio Tinto's shares by about 40%.

Cecilia Jamasmie | May 23, 2024 | 5:18 am

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