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Albemarle to stay in Europe if lithium declared hazardous by EU, CEO says

The European Commission is weighing a proposal by the European Chemicals Agency that would classify lithium carbonate, chloride and hydroxide as dangerous for human health.

Reuters | October 19, 2022 | 4:19 pm

Cirba Solutions gets $75 million in DOE funding to expand Li-ion battery recycling facility in Ohio

The Biden administration is awarding $2.8 billion in grants to boost US production of electric vehicle batteries and the minerals used to build them.

Staff Writer | October 19, 2022 | 4:06 pm

Talon confirms growth of Tamarack nickel project; awarded $114m gov’t funding

Talon has been selected as a recipient of the first set of projects funded by US President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to expand domestic manufacturing of batteries for electric vehicles.

Staff Writer | October 19, 2022 | 4:04 pm

Alcoa calls on US, allies to sanction ‘cheating’ Russian metal

The comments come a week after Bloomberg News reported that the Biden administration is considering an outright ban of Russian aluminum.

Bloomberg News | October 19, 2022 | 3:57 pm

Mining giants warn Chile mining royalty would impact investment

BHP and Antofagasta said a mining royalty bill in Chile would affect competitiveness and encourage miners to reevaluate investments.

Reuters | October 19, 2022 | 10:55 am

LME Week: spotlight on LME nickel debacle and the fate of Russian metal

Possible sanctions on Russian metal, lawsuits, a battle to recover trust and a slump in nickel trading after the March fiasco are just some of the headwinds facing the LME.

Reuters | October 19, 2022 | 10:37 am