Serbia’s lithium mine controversy: Economic benefits or environmental sacrifice
In the Jadar Valley of western Serbia, Zoran Filipovic, a 55-year-old farmer, faces a dilemma that pits his ancestral land against the growing demand for...
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Vulcan Energy launches Europe’s first sustainable lithium hydroxide production plant in Germany
Vulcan Energy has officially launched lithium hydroxide production at its Central Lithium Electrolysis Optimisation Plant in Frankfurt, Germany. This marks a significant milestone as the...
How the EU can overcome barriers to securing critical raw materials and reduce dependence on China
The European Union (EU) faces significant economic and geopolitical challenges in reducing its dependency on China for critical raw materials (CRMs), particularly those essential for...
Australia urged to take leadership in critical minerals supply for green energy future
Australia must “step up” and take a leadership role in the global supply and refining of critical minerals, which are essential for powering the transition...
Infinity Mining expands NSW portfolio with acquisition of Bogong Copper-Gold Project in Australia
Infinity Mining has significantly expanded its exploration portfolio with the acquisition of the Bogong Copper-Gold Project in New South Wales (NSW), Australia. The project, which...
MMS expands gold mining footprint with East Sampson acquisition in Western Australia
Mineral Mining Services (MMS) has announced the acquisition of the East Sampson Gold Project in Western Australia, marking a significant expansion of its gold mining...
Setbacks for India’s lithium discovery in Kashmir: Technical, environmental and political challenges ahead
Last year, India made a high-profile announcement that a massive reserve of lithium had been discovered in the mountainous region of Kashmir, positioning the country...
India and Kazakhstan establish joint venture for titanium slag production in India
India and Kazakhstan have signed a landmark agreement to establish a joint venture, IREUK Titanium Limited, focused on the production of titanium slag in India....
Castle Minerals secures $2 million investment to advance graphite project in Ghana
Australian junior Castle Minerals is fast-tracking its graphite production plans in Ghana, as the country aims to become West Africa’s first critical minerals hub. Castle...
Zambia to take 30% stake in future critical mineral projects under new mining strategy
Zambia’s new mining strategy, which mandates a minimum 30% government stake in future critical minerals projects, will not impact existing mining operations or exploration activities,...
