Latest Lithium Extraction News

Prairie Lithium has begun construction on its Pad #1 lithium extraction facility in Saskatchewan, aiming to deploy the continent’s largest Direct Lithium Extraction system. With foundation work set to finish by January 2026, the company is advancing toward commercial production amid growing global demand.

Livium Ltd has been granted a patent protecting its innovative wet shredding process for lithium-ion battery recycling, enhancing safety and operational efficiency. This milestone solidifies its position in the evolving clean energy recycling sector.

Vulcan Energy has obtained the final permit to build its commercial Lithium Extraction Plant in Landau, Germany, marking a major milestone for its Phase One Lionheart Project. This integrated geothermal and lithium facility aims to supply sustainable lithium for half a million electric vehicles annually.

Greenwing Resources advances its polymetallic Que River project with a positive scoping study, while monetising assets in Madagascar and maintaining a strong lithium resource in Argentina.

Altamin Limited has advanced its geothermal lithium ambitions with a significant A$3.62 million grant from the Italian government, alongside strategic board changes and a $4.39 million capital raise.

Anson Resources has inked a key lithium supply deal with LG Energy Solution and made significant progress on its Green River Lithium Project in Utah, backed by a $5 million capital raise.

Prairie Lithium has fast-tracked its flagship Saskatchewan lithium project by initiating fabrication of a commercial-scale extraction unit and securing vital rail access, supported by a US$5 million non-dilutive capital raise and a promising offtake agreement.

Deterra Royalties reported a 10% rise in quarterly revenue driven by iron ore royalties and gold offtakes, completed a US$82 million sale of non-core assets, and marked progress on the Thacker Pass lithium project amid leadership changes.

Lake Resources applauds Lilac Solutions’ launch of its fifth-generation ion exchange technology, promising significant cost and efficiency gains for the Kachi lithium project.

Power Minerals Limited has advanced its critical minerals portfolio with the acquisition of the Gamma Heavy Rare Earths and Uranium Project in California and completed the Santa Anna Niobium-REE-Gallium Project acquisition in Brazil, supported by a combined $6.7 million capital raise.

Cosmos Exploration deepens its foothold in Bolivia’s lithium sector through advanced brine testing and a strategic pilot plant purchase, positioning itself at the forefront of sustainable lithium extraction.

Pantera Lithium has completed the sale of its Smackover Lithium Project to EnergyX for A$40 million, securing cash and stock that bolster its balance sheet and strategic focus on US critical minerals.