China’s grip on critical minerals draws warnings at IEA gathering US Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said the world is up against a dominant supplier of critical minerals willing to exploit its position for political gain. Bloomberg News | September 28, 2023 | 10:31 am
Mexico says lithium concessions under review after Ganfeng flags cancellations Ganfeng said Mexico's mining authorities had issued a notice to its local subsidiaries indicating nine of its concessions had been terminated. Reuters | September 28, 2023 | 10:12 am
Northvolt to build multibillion-dollar Li-ion battery plant in Quebec Quebec and Ottawa will invest a total of $2.7 billion for the construction of the factory. Staff Writer | September 28, 2023 | 9:43 am
Canada, France boost critical minerals cooperation They will work together to secure supplies of critical minerals in both countries and promote investment in the supply chain. Cecilia Jamasmie | September 28, 2023 | 7:57 am
Allkem rises as $10.6bn Livent deal close edges nearer The merger announced in May will create the world's third-largest producer of lithium. Reuters | September 28, 2023 | 7:55 am
Atlas Materials raises $27m for new nickel technology for EV batteries Technology processes nickel ore for EV batteries with no waste. Reuters | September 28, 2023 | 6:50 am
Codelco in talks with Australia’s Lithium Power The Chilean copper giant is undertaking due diligence on Lithium Power, which owns the country's largest permitted brine project. Cecilia Jamasmie | September 28, 2023 | 5:41 am
Albemarle, Caterpillar partner to bring zero-emissions lithium mining to North America The announcement comes on the heels of Albemarle's recent award of $90 million from the Department of Defense . Staff Writer | September 27, 2023 | 3:33 pm
Stellantis invests $90 million in Argentina lithium explorer for 20% stake Argentina Lithium & Energy holds the Rincon West, Antofalla North, Pocitos and Incahusi brine projects. Staff Writer | September 27, 2023 | 1:56 pm
