China’s lithium hub cuts back production after price collapse
Some lithium producers in Yichun in Jiangxi province, including two major ones, have reduced processing rates to stem losses.
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Germany’s Stolberg lead smelter reopens after sale to Trafigura
The Stolberg plant largely supplies European battery producers with lead.
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Amazon looks to grow diamonds in bid to boost computer networks
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Exploits Discovery cuts visible gold at Bullseye assays in Newfoundland
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Australia is quitting coal in record time thanks to Tesla
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