New method recovers 50% lithium from batteries in 30 seconds
Researchers at Rice University used microwave radiation and a biodegradable solvent to expedite lithium recovery.
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Probe Gold reports grades up to 255 g/t from Novador project in Quebec
This data reinforces the Monique deposit’s potential for further expansion, the company said.
Rio Tinto iced out by investor advocate ACCR over climate stance
The move comes after the miner sent a letter to the Australian government expressing concerns about its 'nature positive' environmental reforms.
First Majestic discovers gold-silver veins at Ermitaño in Mexico
Crews discovered the Navidad system during exploration to test the west side of the Ermitaño deposit at the 1,000-sq.-km Santa Elena site in Sonora.
SRG Mining completes move to UAE, rebrand to Falcon Energy
The company said this is a move that would provide it with "expanded strategic options" for its Lola graphite project in Guinea.
Guinea cuts president’s term to five years in draft constitution
In addition to being the world’s top exporter of bauxite, Guinea also has the world’s largest untapped iron ore deposit.
Eldorado Gold inks deal to earn 80% of TRU
Agreement gives Eldorado the option to earn an 80% interest in TRU Precious Metals' Golden Rose gold-copper project in Newfoundland.
Funds cut copper bets by $20 billion as bull trade unravels
Mounting worries about Chinese demand are helping to spark a rapid exodus from copper.
Vedanta gets secured creditors’ nod for demerger
Vedanta launched the overhaul to carve up its business into six separate businesses.
