Japan’s new battery industry group to seek increased gov’t support
Formed this month, the BASC's 55 members include Nissan Motor, Sumitomo Metal Mining, Asahi Kasei, Panasonic and Toyotsu Lithium Corp.
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Macquarie joins peers on bullish lithium price outlook
The bank, until now cautious in its predictions for the battery metal, has followed lithium enthusiasts with an optimistic set of forecasts.
Barrick ups emissions reduction target to 30% by 2030
The Canadian miner had initially set an emissions reduction target of 10% by 2030 against a 2018 baseline.
IronRidge reports high lithium grades at Ghana project
Multiple high-grade lithium pegmatite drill intersections struck at new targets adjacent to the Ewoyaa lithium project.
Resolute shares jump on Bibiani mine lease restoration
Ghana's decision came with conditions, including halting the sale of the asset to China’s Chifeng Jilong Gold.
Barrick and PNG reach deal over Porgera mine
Agreement ends a year-long standoff over the gold mine's ownership and outlines plans to restart operations.
World’s no. 2 electric carmaker goes nickel, cobalt free
Warren Buffet-backed BYD says it’s opting for safer nickel, cobalt-free LFP batteries across its entire line-up as its “blade” technology overcomes driving range issues.
Regis Resources buys $688m stake in Anglogold’s Tropicana mine
Mid-tier Australian gold miner will raise up to $496m to fund the acquisition of 30% of the mine.
Robert Friedland: Copper is a national security issue
Ivanhoe Mines chairman says mining companies will have to be “real heroes” and governments will have to accept the industry if the world is to successfully transition to clean energy.