New tech will free cheaper, cleaner lithium supply – report

Elon Musk warns investors about lithium supply, but a new McKinsey report says geothermal, oilfield brines and new extraction technology can meet seven-fold demand growth.

Frik Els | April 21, 2022 | 12:43 pm

Shelby Yee and Alex Dorsch named Young Mining Professionals of the Year

The awards are named after two iconic entrepreneurs in the mining industry, Eira Thomas and the late Peter Munk.

Carl A. Williams | April 21, 2022 | 11:27 am

Coal billionaire to use profit boom to begin green shift

PT Adaro Energy, one of Indonesia’s biggest coal miners, is shifting to renewable energy after making a fortune from surging commodity prices.

Bloomberg News | April 21, 2022 | 10:55 am

Mexico nationalizes lithium mining

The law, which came into force on Thursday, elevates lithium to the category of “strategic mineral” that belongs to the state.

Cecilia Jamasmie | April 21, 2022 | 10:01 am

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New tech will free cheaper, cleaner lithium supply – report

Shelby Yee and Alex Dorsch named Young Mining Professionals of the Year

Coal billionaire to use profit boom to begin green shift

Mexico nationalizes lithium mining

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