November 7, 2022 More governments are turning against the rush to mine the deep sea As world leaders gather at the United Nations climate summit in Egypt this week, another international meeting is underway in Jamaica to decide the fate of the planet’s oceans.
November 7, 2022 After unveiling French project, Imerys sees lithium potential in UK’s Cornwall Imerys announced in late October a plan to produce around 34,000 tonnes of lithium hydroxide annually for at least 25 years from 2028.
November 7, 2022 Lithium frenzy sees China ceramics hub refocus on battery metals Lithium has become super-expensive this year as car and battery manufacturers scour the planet for scarce supplies.
November 6, 2022 China opposes Canada’s order on lithium mining investments China's commerce ministry urged Canada to stop politicizing economic and trade issues.
November 6, 2022 Battery metals deployment rises as EV sales continue to climb Rising sale numbers in battery materials supply chains are the consequence of global passenger EV registrations rising by 42% in 2022 H1 compared to the same period the year prior.
November 4, 2022 Musk says Tesla has never contemplated investing in Glencore The Financial Times recently reported that Tesla had held talks on taking a 10-20% stake in Glencore, but the discussions ended with no deal reached.
November 4, 2022 Column: Canada slams the door on China in critical minerals race The Canadian government ordered Chinese companies to divest their holdings in junior mining companies planning to develop lithium deposits.
November 3, 2022 Livent looks to Canada for lithium growth opportunities – CEO Livent counts General Motors, BMW and Tesla as key customers.
November 3, 2022 Britishvolt says UK’s political turmoil has put off investors Britishvolt was heralded as a key part of the country’s drive toward an electric car manufacturing boom.
November 3, 2022 Lithium Americas to split into two companies The new Lithium Americas company will own the Thacker Pass lithium project in Nevada and investments in Green Technology Metals and Ascend Elements.
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