Articles for tag: Chinese, Firebird, key, Manganese, permit, plant, receives, sulphate

May 29, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Firebird receives first key permit for Chinese manganese sulphate plant

Efficient receipt of the safety permit and advanced status of remaining key permits highlights the strong in-country support Firebird has to establish itself as a key high-purity manganese sulphate producer, the company said in a news release. In China, there are a total of eight major permits required for construction and operation. Once all permits are obtained, and following a final investment decision (FID), which is anticipated to be made in H2 2024, Firebird is expected to immediately begin construction of the sulphate plant. According to a feasibility study released earlier this month, the project has a projected capex of

April 20, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Revolutionizing the Battery Material Industry: Nouveau Monde Graphite’s Major Expansion

Shaking Up the Graphite Market China’s recent move to tighten export regulations on graphite products has sent ripples through the global market. As the world’s leading graphite producer and exporter, China holds a significant influence over the supply chain. With more than 90% of the world’s graphite refined by China for electric vehicle (EV) battery anodes, this new export permit requirement showcases a strategic move to maintain dominance in global manufacturing. The North American Perspective Concerns over the scarcity of graphite supply in North America are escalating as the Lac des Iles mine in Quebec faces depletion. With a demand

March 20, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

CleanTech Lithium’s Renewable Energy Oasis Sprouts in Chile

The Dawn of a Lithium Extravaganza With the promise of growth and sustainability, CleanTech Lithium (AIM: CTL) proudly unveiled the initiation of operations at its direct lithium extraction (DLE) pilot plant nestled in the serene region of Copiapó, northern Chile. This venture marks the genesis of a new era for the company, set against the backdrop of its flagship Laguna Verde project 250 kilometers away. This technological marvel boasts a design capacity of one tonne per month of lithium carbonate equivalent in the form of concentrated eluate. Earmarked for global export, the maiden production of eluate has successfully materialized, poised

February 7, 2024

Ron Finklestien

mining

Li-Metal Revolution: A Game-Changer for Green Lithium Production Li-Metal Revolution: A Game-Changer for Green Lithium Production

In a groundbreaking move, Li-Metal has completed a concept study for the world’s first carbonate-to-metal lithium plant, set to revolutionize green lithium production for future electric vehicles. Environmental Sustainability at its Core The concept study yielded promising results, affirming the feasibility of the vision and highlighting the potential to significantly reduce harmful chlorine gas by-product, while anticipating minimal greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions on a commercial scale. Li-Metal CEO Srini Godavarthy expressed enthusiasm, emphasizing the positive impact on environmental sustainability. He stated, “The results of the study corroborated the viability of our vision and, importantly, further demonstrated that, in addition to