Canada’s support for EV battery plants to cost 16% more than announced, watchdog finds

The total cost of government support for three projects is estimated to be C$43.6 billion over ten years.

Reuters | November 20, 2023 | 8:26 am

Report to US Congress raises concerns over China’s rare earth control

China could effectively cut off 40–50% of global rare earth oxide supply.

Staff Writer | November 17, 2023 | 11:14 am

Vale Canada, Sumitomo sign initial deal to sell 14% stake in Indonesian nickel miner

Share divestment is a condition required by Indonesia to extend Vale Indonesia's mining permit.

Reuters | November 17, 2023 | 11:04 am

Western lithium, graphite miners boost prices for ESG-friendly supply

The surcharges mirror a plan from the rare earths industry as Beijing exerts control of the critical minerals market.

Reuters | November 17, 2023 | 9:40 am

Swiss-based ARCORE finds rich lithium deposit in Bosnia

The company said it has a strategic partnership with Canadian-German company Rock Tech Lithium.

Reuters | November 17, 2023 | 9:15 am

Trafigura and Korea Zinc agree to build nickel refinery in South Korea

The amount of nickel to be supplied by Trafigura will range from about 20,000-40,000 metric tons per annum.

Reuters | November 17, 2023 | 8:57 am

Lithium explorer Li-FT Power closes $9 million public offering

The proceeds will used to fund exploration at the company's flagship Yellowknife lithium project in the Northwest Territories.

Staff Writer | November 17, 2023 | 8:25 am

Key improvement to lithium-air batteries unlocked

Researchers at Japan’s Tohoku University have developed a special type of porous carbon sheet which significantly improves the energy density and cycle stability in lithium-air batteries.

Staff Writer | November 17, 2023 | 6:06 am

EV metals demand drives Anglo American’s quest for lithium

The miner, which already produces key battery metals including copper and nickel, is actively looking for lithium off-take deals.

Cecilia Jamasmie | November 17, 2023 | 4:07 am

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Global nickel market in 11,900t surplus in May – INSG

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