July 6, 2022

Tesla pulled levers on pricing and cost during a tough quarter

It began with a bang but Tesla’s second quarter didn’t stay ebullient.

July 6, 2022

Savannah Resources shares hammered as Portugal lithium project subject to further EIA step

The miner lost more than a third of its value on Wednesday as it also announced the immediate departure of its CEO.

July 4, 2022

Battery material lithium isn’t a health threat – industry groups

A proposal by the European Chemicals Agency wants to classify lithium salts as dangerous for human health.

July 4, 2022

Battery makers warn EU that lithium proposal may hurt EV sector

The proposal to classify the metal as a reproductive toxin could severely hurt Europe’s burgeoning EV industry, they argued.

July 4, 2022

UK launches critical minerals data centre

To be run by the British Geological Survey, the centre will use the data to help to find ways to source minerals needed for green technologies.

July 3, 2022

EU’s Green Deal demands switch from fossil fuels to domestic metal production – report

Researchers believe the EU will have to build its own urban mining and refining operations to decrease its raw materials dependency.

July 1, 2022

Zijin adds China mine in race to join lithium’s global top tier

The group plans to pay 1.8 billion yuan ($269 million) for a 71% stake in a company mining for lithium in Hunan province.

June 30, 2022

California approves lithium tax despite industry’s warnings

Governor Gavin Newsom approved the tax as part of a must-pass state budget on Thursday.

June 30, 2022

Four charts reveal seismic shifts in global energy within one lifetime

Wind, solar, geothermal, biomass, and small hydropower are now 13% of global power generation.

June 30, 2022

California lithium tax would delay shipments to automakers, executives warn

The brewing tension comes as America's largest state is trying to position itself as a leader in the green energy revolution.