May 15, 2024 Australia’s top pension boosts critical minerals to $8 billion In January, AustralianSuper said it would double its lithium exposure in the next five years.
May 15, 2024 Winning over public key to EU’s mineral supply push, says industry The key to social acceptance was active engagement with local communities and pro-active communicating, said CEO of EIT RawMaterials.
May 15, 2024 Coal India, NMDC exploring lithium mines overseas The Indian mines ministry is also encouraging other state-owned companies to scout for critical minerals overseas.
May 15, 2024 EU to call for mineral projects, eyes joint purchases The EU Critical Raw Materials Act is designed to guarantee a supply of lithium, copper and other minerals for green technologies.
May 14, 2024 BYD postpones plans for 2025 Chile lithium cathode plant Production at the new plant was expected to begin around the end of 2025, representing a $290 million investment.
May 14, 2024 Biden adds tariffs on Chinese critical minerals, EVs The tariff rate on natural graphite and permanent magnets will increase from zero to 25% in 2026.
May 14, 2024 Lithium miner debuts as Ghana’s first listing in two years Australian-based Atlantic Lithium has taken a step toward raising capital from equity investors in the country.
May 13, 2024 Chile truckers protest rising crime in threat to mine transport There were no immediate reports of disruptions at Chile’s giant copper and lithium operations.
May 13, 2024 CRMA: Rare earth elements a potential blindspot for EU policymakers and industry – report The outlook for rare earths is concerning, with the region unlikely to meet 2030 extraction or processing targets across the entirety of the value chain, Adamas Intelligence warns.
May 13, 2024 E3 Lithium, Imperial Oil expand Alberta pilot project The partners are advancing a pilot plant in Canada’s oil patch, where they are testing a direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology.
Mass layoffs overshadow Guinea’s Simandou mega mine as output accelerates The project is laying off thousands of workers just as it begins exporting iron ore after decades of delays and corruption scandals. December 18, 2025 | 10:26 am
