Surging prices for lithium are intensifying a race between automakers to lock up supplies and raising concerns that a shortage of the battery metal could slow the adoption of electric vehicles. Lithium carbonate prices in China, the benchmark in the fast-growing market, stand at about $71,000 a …
Lithium's 'Gold Rush' Moment
Demand for critical minerals that make up EV batteries is on the rise. As companies scramble to find available lithium, eyes turn to new mines opening up around the world. Take a look at where the industry stands and why more mining is needed to meet our climate goals. Plus, why countries are eager to claim their stake in order to reduce China's monopoly on this "white gold."
Lithium Mining In Demand, But Can It Keep Up?
Climate provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act put the U.S. back on track toward significant emissions reductions, potentially reducing greenhouse …
At least 30 times as much lithium, nickel and other key minerals may be required by the electric car industry by 2040 to meet global climate targets, …
Lithium is a vital component of EV batteries, and Winnipeg, Canada-headquartered Snow Lake Lithium says it’s committed to operating a fully renewable and sustainable lithium mine. What does that mean? Sustainable lithium mining in North America North America is home to just one active lithium mine, …
Demand for lithium-ion batteries is unprecedented - but is mining the chemical harmful to the environment? Lithium extraction fields in South America …
About 350 miles northwest of Montreal, amid a vast pine forest, is a deep mining pit with walls of mottled rock. The pit has changed hands repeatedly and been mired in bankruptcy, but now it could help determine the future of electric vehicles. The mine contains lithium, an indispensable ingredient …
LISBON, Sept 21 (Reuters) - Portugal will not commit to setting a new date for a long-awaited auction of lithium mining licences as it awaits the conclusion of ongoing environmental impact studies at two sites, Energy Secretary Joao Galamba said on Wednesday. The southern European nation, which has …
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