February 27, 2024 BatMan project uses lasers to optimize EV batteries A new laser patterning process to alter the microstructure of battery electrode materials has the potential to unlock significant improvements to electrified transportation.
February 26, 2024 SRG Mining’s move to UAE would avoid national security review on Chinese investment in Canada The Canadian government has scrutinized Chinese investment in the country’s junior mining sector.
February 22, 2024 Posco to import African battery graphite to cut China reliance The move comes after China tightened export rules for graphite used for EVs in December.
February 16, 2024 Curtin researcher co-develops solution to help turn waste carbon into battery-grade graphite 'RapidGraphite’ proprietary technology could be a game changer, university says.
February 15, 2024 Canadian graphite miner NMG scores deals with GM, Panasonic Offtake agreements totalling $87.5 million will help NMG advance the second phase of its Quebec graphite complex.
February 14, 2024 Tycoon Birla’s Hindalco bids for Indian critical minerals leases The government will sell rights to about 20 blocks of land to explore for critical metals.
February 14, 2024 Canada’s ambitious EV targets can’t be met without more support for mine supply The gap in production for energy transition metals provides an opportunity for Canada.
February 13, 2024 Canada to accelerate critical mineral mining – energy minister Canada plans to reduce the time to approve mining permits by better funding the regulatory agency to get rid of paperwork backlogs.
February 13, 2024 IEA to launch security program for minerals critical to energy sector The IEA's move comes as countries escalate efforts to cut emissions.
February 11, 2024 Australia’s International Graphite to commission $8 million plant The company plans to use graphite concentrate from its Springdale project to feed the plant's downstream processing operations.
Column: EV revolution rolls on but battery metals lose their charge It should only be a matter of time before demand momentum absorbs the current supply glut, writes Reuters columnist Andy Home. December 20, 2025 | 06:23 am