March 30, 2023

South African ex-Treasury boss helms billion-dollar lithium plan

The former head of South Africa’s National Treasury has been tasked with cleaning up a scandal-dogged company that’s contemplating partnering a Chinese battery maker.

March 30, 2023

Merdeka Battery plans to build two nickel HPAL plants

Merdeka Battery will be the second nickel company to launch an IPO in Indonesia this year.

March 30, 2023

Australia risks losing pole position in critical minerals race

Industry executives are calling for a national strategy to speed that development by fast-tracking mine permitting.

March 30, 2023

US plans Tanzania trade boost as Kamala Harris tours Africa

Harris's office highlighted US support for a plan by LifeZone Metals to open a nickel processing plant in Tanzania.

March 30, 2023

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.

March 30, 2023

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.

March 30, 2023

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.

March 29, 2023

Arafura Rare Earths gets $600m loan guarantee from German insurer

The guarantee is subject to Arafura entering supply deals with German firms.

March 29, 2023

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.

March 29, 2023

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.