Latest Direct Lithium Extraction News

Lake Resources has released an updated feasibility study for its Kachi lithium brine project, revealing significant capital and operating cost reductions that enhance the project's competitive edge in the lithium market.

Lake Resources has updated its lithium ore reserve for the Kachi Project in Argentina, unveiling an optimized mine plan that boosts lithium grades and recovery while cutting costs and environmental impact.

Power Minerals Limited has completed a significant drilling program at its Santa Anna Project in Brazil, confirming robust niobium and rare earth element mineralisation. The company also progressed its Rincon Lithium JV in Argentina and secured nearly A$3.9 million in new funding to support exploration and development.

Greenwing Resources reports solid progress across its lithium and graphite assets in Argentina, Madagascar, and Tasmania, completing a $3.5 million equity raise and appointing a new chairman.

Cosmos Exploration progresses its exclusive option to acquire EAU Lithium, advancing lithium extraction technology testing in Bolivia’s high-magnesium brines with promising initial results.

Arizona Lithium has secured regulatory approval for Phase 1 production at its Prairie Lithium Project in Saskatchewan and raised $4.25 million through an oversubscribed share purchase plan, marking key milestones toward commercial lithium extraction.

Anson Resources has announced a maiden JORC lithium resource of 103,000 tonnes LCE at its Green River Project in Utah, with plans to expand through historic well re-entry and a new collaboration with POSCO for lithium extraction technology.

Power Minerals has received crucial environmental and hydrological approvals to begin drilling at its Pocitos Project in Argentina, a vital step toward establishing a lithium carbonate production hub in the Lithium Triangle.

Lake Resources reports a significant 40% reduction in quarterly cash expenditures alongside a 10% increase in lithium resources at its flagship Kachi project, while advancing key development milestones and exploring strategic options.

Anson Resources has successfully implemented a polishing process at its Green River Lithium Project that significantly reduces contaminants in lithium chloride eluate, paving the way for battery-grade lithium carbonate production.

Patagonia Lithium has announced a 319% increase in its Formentera Lithium Brine Project resource to 551,400 tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent, underpinned by high porosity and lithium grades. The company plans a 1,000 tonnes per annum demonstration plant in 2025/26, leveraging proven Ekosolve extraction technology.

Pantera Lithium Limited has agreed to sell its Smackover lithium brine project in Arkansas to Energy Exploration Technologies for A$40 million, combining cash and stock consideration while retaining equity exposure to the lithium sector.