Syrah Resources hits record graphite output, US plant on track The company is building an 11,250 tonne per year graphite anode plant in Vidalia. Reuters | March 30, 2023 | 7:39 am
Ford in $4.5 billion deal for EV battery materials plant Automaker has joined PT Vale Indonesia and Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt as their new partner in a nickel processing plant in Indonesia. Reuters | March 30, 2023 | 7:32 am
Scientists figure out how to improve lithium metal batteries’ durability Korean researchers developed a new anode material that they believe can accelerate the commercialization of durable and lightweight lithium metal batteries. Staff Writer | March 30, 2023 | 6:06 am
Arafura Rare Earths gets $600m loan guarantee from German insurer The guarantee is subject to Arafura entering supply deals with German firms. Reuters | March 29, 2023 | 9:51 am
US and EU near critical minerals accord to unlock US subsidies The deal will likely be similar to an agreement the US signed with Japan this week. Bloomberg News | March 29, 2023 | 9:16 am
How solar roofs are being used to power electric cars For about 40 years, car companies, startups and DIY enthusiasts have been pursuing the plug-less electric car. Bloomberg News | March 29, 2023 | 8:06 am
Jervois halts Idaho project on weak cobalt prices Shares in the Australian battery metals miner cratered about 42% on the suspension of final construction at the cobalt project. Cecilia Jamasmie | March 29, 2023 | 7:59 am
Premier African Minerals completes Zimbabwe lithium plant, production imminent Zimbabwe holds some of the world's biggest hard-rock lithium deposits and has recently attracted about $700 million in investment. Reuters | March 29, 2023 | 7:42 am
Sweden takes serious look at pros and cons of electric road systems ERS charge moving vehicles with either loops in or next to the road, or with wires suspended above vehicles, similar to trams and trains. Staff Writer | March 29, 2023 | 6:06 am