Codelco must kick-start lithium industry while reviving copper output
Chile is already the world’s no. 2 producer of lithium after Australia. But demand is exploding worldwide.
Chile is already the world’s no. 2 producer of lithium after Australia. But demand is exploding worldwide.
Deal combines two parallel lithium exploration portfolios focused on the active and high-profile James Bay lithium belt in Quebec.
Lithium resources in Bolivia's iconic salt flats are estimated at 21 million metric tons, according to the USGS.
The southern African nation last week banned exports of unprocessed lithium and other critical minerals.
The developer hiked spending estimates from $1.1 billion to $1.5 billion.
Construction could begin by late 2024 or late 2025.
Lithium Power has scrapped the planned demerger of its Australian assets in favour of the $21 million sale to the US giant.
Argentina’s growing lithium industry hit a record high with exports rising to $60m in May.
Private companies that win exploration licences will have priority to gain exploitation permits in association with a state-run company.
Japan's Idemitsu Kosan Co has increased its stake in Australian Delta Lithium Limited (DLI) to 15%.