Australia could grab 20% of the world’s lithium refining by 2027
Several companies are building refineries in Australia that would turn locally-mined lithium ore into battery-grade chemicals.
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Torex Gold secures final environmental permit for Media Luna project in Mexico
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Iron Ore Company of Canada, CNA launch future workforce program for electricians
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