Articles for tag: Africas, build, critical, elements, Novare, ReElement, refinery

February 22, 2025

Ron Finklestien

mining

“ReElement and Novare to Launch Africa’s Inaugural Critical Elements Refinery”

New Partnership Launches Africa’s First Critical and Rare Earth Elements Refinery ReElement Technologies, a part of American Resources (NASDAQ: AREC), has teamed up with the South African investment firm Novare to establish a $100 million refinery dedicated to critical and rare earth elements. In this collaboration, ReElement will leverage its proprietary technology to manufacture high-purity lithium carbonate, rare earth oxides, and various critical minerals. Additionally, ReElement will lend its project management expertise, while Novare will supply capital and operational leadership. The facility’s development is anticipated to commence in the latter half of 2025. This partnership marks a significant milestone in

December 19, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

The Race for Essential Minerals: A Surge in Global Protectionism

Rising Resource Nationalism: A Shift in Global Energy and Mining Policies Verisk Maplecroft’s Resource Nationalism Index (RNI) has revealed a significant spike in protectionist policies affecting the energy and mining sectors worldwide. Focused on 198 countries, the index shows that the trend is particularly strong in Europe and North America, driven by geopolitical tensions and a changing global economy. The situation in Europe is especially noteworthy, with major economies like Germany, Spain, the UK, and Poland experiencing considerable drops in the RNI rankings. Germany has seen the most dramatic decline, falling 122 places. This shift reflects an aggressive push to

November 16, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

“IEA and India Join Forces for Enhanced Critical Minerals Data Analysis”

IEA and India Forge Partnership to Tackle Critical Minerals Waste Key Figures Unite in Response to Growing Mineral Demand The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on November 13 by IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol and Indian Ministry of Mines Secretary Shri V.L. Kantha Rao at a workshop focused on the recycling of critical minerals. India’s Minister for Coal and Mines, Kishan Reddy, also attended the event. As demand for critical minerals rises alongside fluctuating prices and geopolitical uncertainties, ensuring security in supply has become a priority for policy makers globally, according to the IEA. The IEA is ramping up

April 23, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Rio Tinto donates $875,000 to Missouri University to research critical minerals recovery from waste

 “There is currently little-to-no production of these two elements in the United States, and we rely to an alarming extent on importing them,” Alagha says. “If successfully implemented, our research could lead to a much stronger domestic supply of these important resources.”  She says recovering gallium and germanium from the wastes created when processing copper is an unconventional approach, but this type of out-of-the-box thinking is necessary for the U.S. to have a more resilient supply of critical minerals.  Both gallium and germanium are more often recovered as a byproduct of other metal refining process, such as with aluminum, zinc and lead, but

April 22, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Critical Metals names Tony Sage new chief executive officer

The company is aiming to operationalize its lithium spodumene concentrator in Wolfsberg, which will be the next significant source of lithium spodumene for European lithium-ion battery market, by 2027. Sage will oversee corporate strategy and commercial development for Wolfsberg, and will focus on evaluating additional strategic assets in the critical metals space to be brought under the company’s banner. “Critical Metals is at a pivotal juncture in our growth trajectory and development strategy following our recent listing on Nasdaq earlier this year,” Sage said in a statement. “This strategic transition of roles will better position us for future success both

March 29, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Unlocking the Treasure Trove: Glencore’s Expanded Investment in Stillwater Critical Minerals

Dazzling Discoveries Unveiled The recent technical report in January 2023 showcased a staggering 1.6 billion lb. of nickel, copper, and cobalt nestled in the inferred resources of Stillwater Critical Minerals. Nestled within 255 million tonnes of material at an average grade of 0.39% nickel equivalent (or 1.19 g/t palladium equivalent), this treasure trove represents a 62% uptick in tonnage from its initial estimate. An Impressive Geological Landscape Within the 9-kilometer central area of the property, Stillwater district has witnessed a vibrant history of mining PGEs, nickel, copper, chromium, among other valuable commodities. The project is strategically positioned next to the

March 21, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Investors Recalibrate Compass as US Critical Materials Strikes Gallium Gold in Montana

Exploring New Horizons in Critical Materials In a move that sent ripples across the semiconductor industry, the Pentagon recently revealed plans to award a groundbreaking contract to US and Canadian firms to extract gallium. This pivotal decision came after China tightened its grip on gallium exports in the preceding year. However, amid this climate of uncertainty, hope shines through the gloom as US Critical Materials spearheads an inspiring project. Forging a Path Towards Sustainability With an astute awareness of the urgent need for environmentally responsible practices in the mining sector, US Critical Materials embarked on an innovative journey. Partnering with

February 4, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Argentinian-German Collaboration: Navigating Critical Minerals Argentinian-German Collaboration: Navigating Critical Minerals

High-level officials from Argentina and Germany recently engaged in a pivotal discussion centered on critical minerals. The Argentinian delegation, led by the Secretary of Mining and accompanied by the governors, engaged in a meaningful dialogue with 15 deputies from the German Chamber of Deputies’ Economic Affairs Commission. Indeed, the German representatives displayed a noteworthy interest in the exploration and production of critical minerals, such as copper and lithium, in Argentine territory. The discourse predominantly revolved around the pivotal role that Argentina can play in the global energy transition, particularly concerning the EU as the block moves toward supplier diversification, highlighting

February 2, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

British Columbia Coalfields: A Promising Source of Critical Minerals British Columbia coalfields could become critical minerals source – report

Exploring British Columbia’s Potential Role in Critical Mineral Supply Arca Climate Technologies, New Gold Inc., and Geoscience BC, with program support from the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation’s Abandoned Mines Branch, recently launched a pilot project that may have far-reaching implications.

February 1, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Japan’s Strategic Move: Recognizing Uranium as Critical Mineral

The Significance of Japan’s Stance Japan’s acknowledgement of uranium as a critical mineral in the wake of Fukushima accident exhibits a strategic move. The country, despite having no domestic production and relying solely on imports from countries such as Australia, Canada, and Kazakhstan, has recognized the imperative nature of securing its uranium supply. Building Resilience through Inclusion The inclusion of uranium in Japan’s critical minerals list is poised to be a groundbreaking step. This acknowledgment is set to fortify Japan’s ability to allocate more funds and resources toward uranium-related research and development, thus strengthening its endeavors to ensure a stable