Angola’s mining renaissance: Beyond oil to rare earths and diamonds
Long hailed as a prominent oil exporter in Africa, Angola is now capturing international attention for its vast mineral reserves, largely untapped until now. Despite...
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Debating the ‘Jadar’ project: Perspectives on Serbia’s lithium mining controversy
The debates surrounding lithium mining in Serbia have reignited, with opponents of the “Jadar” project raising concerns about its reactivation despite the government’s previous decision....
Bolivia’s lithium industry faces challenges of management, transparency and sustainability
The situation in Bolivia concerning the exploitation of lithium resources is indeed complex. On one hand, there’s a pressing need for economic development, and the...
Lithium in unexpected places: Shale’s hidden treasure unveiled
The discovery of abundant lithium in pyrite minerals within shale, as highlighted by the research led by Shailee Bhattacharya and her team at West Virginia...
Kazakhstan emerges as key lithium supplier amid growing global demand
Kazakhstan is positioning itself as a significant global supplier of high-quality lithium, essential for the burgeoning power-storage technology industry, as demand for the mineral continues...
Battery industry trends and insights: Navigating opportunities and challenges in Germany
The battery industry is advancing steadily, driven by the increasing electrification of vehicles and the expansion of renewable energy sources. This growth in global demand...
Vulcan Energy marks milestone with start of local lithium production in Germany
Vulcan Energy’s announcement marks a significant milestone for Europe’s battery supply chain security. The commencement of lithium chloride production from a local resource in Europe...
Canadian companies finalize plans for lithium refinery in northern Ontario, Canada
Rock Tech Lithium Inc. and BMI Group have concluded arrangements to transform a former paper mill in northern Ontario into a lithium refinery, following an...
Environmental resistance in Bosnia and Herzegovina: Mobilizing against corporate exploitation
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, ordinary citizens are rallying together to combat industrial projects that threaten their environment. This grassroots movement, gaining momentum across the nation,...
Driving sustainable resource management: Cornwall’s UNRMS initiative
Cornwall, United Kingdom, is pioneering a groundbreaking approach to resource management for critical raw materials projects. By adopting the United Nations Resource Management System (UNRMS),...
