Latest Lithium Extraction News

Neometals’ joint venture Reed Advanced Materials has signed a non-binding MoU with Rio Tinto to collaborate on advancing the ELi Process, a lithium hydroxide production technology promising significant cost and environmental benefits.

Patriot Battery Metals has initiated work programs to unlock tantalum as a high-value by-product at its Shaakichiuwaanaan lithium project in Quebec, which ranks among the world’s top five tantalum pegmatite resources. Initial testwork shows promising recovery potential using conventional methods without impacting lithium extraction.

Vulcan Energy has signed a landmark 35-year agreement to supply renewable geothermal heat to EnergieSüdwest in Germany, marking a major milestone in its integrated lithium and renewable energy strategy.

Anson Resources has completed integrated static and dynamic geological models for its Green River Lithium Project, revealing a large, interconnected lithium brine reservoir and setting the stage for expanded resource drilling.

Anson Resources reports a significant 44% increase in lithium assay values at its Green River Lithium Project, driven by aquifer 'clean-up' during brine extraction. This improvement promises enhanced resource potential and cost efficiencies ahead of a planned JORC upgrade.

Vulcan Energy has received building permits for its 30MW geothermal renewable energy plant in Germany, advancing its goal of carbon-neutral lithium production for Europe’s battery industry.

Vulcan Energy has extended its conditional debt commitment letter to September 2025, aligning with its revised financing timeline for the Lionheart Project. This move supports ongoing bank discussions and the potential inclusion of significant government funding.

Astute Metals has reported a significant upgrade in lithium concentration at its Red Mountain Project in Nevada, achieving a 38% increase in lithium grade and over 50% mass reduction through Falcon beneficiation testwork. This advancement points to lower processing costs and enhanced commercial viability for the project.

Anson Resources has announced its first JORC-compliant lithium resource estimate for the Green River Project in Utah, revealing significant lithium-brine volumes and plans to expand via historic well re-entry.

Lithium Energy Limited has staked a significant 6,150 hectares of mineral claims in Utah, targeting lithium brine mineralisation as part of its strategic growth and ASX reinstatement plans.

Lake Resources N.L. has upgraded its Kachi lithium brine resource in Argentina, increasing the Measured and Indicated lithium carbonate equivalent to 8.2 million tonnes, supported by new drilling data and enhanced lithium recovery technology.

Clean TeQ Water reports a successful lithium extraction pilot and the amicable termination of its LithiumBank agreements, setting the stage for new global deployments of its cDLE® technology.