Latest Geothermal Energy News

Altamin has completed the core technical work for its Lazio geothermal brine Scoping Study, but auditors have flagged material uncertainty over the company’s ability to continue as a going concern. The ASX-listed developer ended FY2026 with A$2.39 million in cash after raising A$5.39 million during the year.

Vulcan Energy has secured a second lithium production licence for its Lionheart project in Germany, removing another regulatory milestone on the path to targeted production in 2028. The Ilka licence is initially valid for six years, leaving a future consolidation and extension process still to complete.

Vulcan Energy has unveiled a Preliminary Feasibility Study for Project Ludwig, its second lithium and geothermal phase in Germany, projecting stronger economics and a repeatable growth model.

Vulcan Energy has kicked off civil construction at its Lionheart geothermal power plant in Landau, marking a key milestone in its integrated lithium and renewable energy project targeting 24,000 tonnes of lithium hydroxide annually.

Mercury NZ Limited (ASX:MCY) posted a 33% jump in Q4 trading margin to $390 million, driven by strong renewable generation and key wind farm progress.

Vulcan Energy has received the first tranche of equity funding from its €2.2 billion financing package for the Lionheart lithium and geothermal project, confirming progress aligned with its construction schedule.

Greenvale Energy has secured the Thunderball Uranium Project and expanded its Northern Territory portfolio to a 2,466km² district-scale landholding, featuring multiple high-grade targets and a historic resource slated for upgrade.

Vulcan Energy has secured financial close on its €2.2 billion Lionheart Project financing, unlocking funds to advance construction of Europe’s pioneering lithium hydroxide and renewable energy facility in the Upper Rhine Valley.

Vulcan Energy’s Lionheart Project in Rhineland-Palatinate will benefit from a five-year royalty exemption on lithium production, reinforcing Germany’s push for domestic critical material supply and boosting the project’s economic outlook.

Earth’s Energy Limited has clarified its ASX disclosures regarding a dispute and subsequent settlement with minority shareholders over its geothermal joint venture, highlighting the evolving nature of the matter and compliance with continuous disclosure rules.

Vulcan Energy has obtained its inaugural lithium production licence for the Lionheart Project in Germany, marking a pivotal step as the project moves into funded construction. This licence supports Vulcan’s ambition to supply Europe with sustainable lithium for electric vehicle batteries, backed by renewable energy co-production.

Earth’s Energy has settled a dispute with minority shareholders over its South Australian geothermal joint venture, agreeing to payments and transferring its JV interest subject to shareholder approval.