November 8, 2022

Democrats supercharged EV investment while they had the chance

More than $13 billion of investment in battery raw material production and battery and EV manufacturing has been announced in the less than three months since Biden signed the IRA…

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.