Chile to seek bidders for preferential pricing on lithium by July The Andean nation is the world's second-largest lithium producer. Reuters | May 16, 2024 | 9:03 am
US, Canada team up to fund critical minerals junior Lomiko Both governments step up efforts to reduce their reliance on Chinese supplies of energy transition minerals. Staff Writer | May 16, 2024 | 8:08 am
Anglo American freezes hiring amid global shake-up Anglo's decision affects recruitment of non-site-based permanent employees and contractors, while it works on a company-wide restructuring. Staff Writer | May 16, 2024 | 5:08 am
Chile gives Albemarle option to boost lithium quota To access the higher quota, Albemarle would need to prove the use of sustainable technology such as DLE, among other things. Reuters | May 15, 2024 | 4:05 pm
Macron calls state of emergency over protests in New Caledonia The measure was taken after pro-independence protests left at least three dead and disrupted nickel production. Bloomberg News | May 15, 2024 | 1:53 pm
Australia’s top pension boosts critical minerals to $8 billion In January, AustralianSuper said it would double its lithium exposure in the next five years. Bloomberg News | May 15, 2024 | 10:23 am
Winning over public key to EU’s mineral supply push, says industry The key to social acceptance was active engagement with local communities and pro-active communicating, said CEO of EIT RawMaterials. Reuters | May 15, 2024 | 9:40 am
Opinion: Tariffs on minerals from China are not enough Critical minerals consultant argues Western countries need duties on all minerals produced by Chinese-linked entities. Gregory D. Wischer | May 15, 2024 | 8:51 am
EU to call for mineral projects, eyes joint purchases The EU Critical Raw Materials Act is designed to guarantee a supply of lithium, copper and other minerals for green technologies. Reuters | May 15, 2024 | 7:34 am
