Latest Lithium Extraction News

Vulcan Energy has begun drilling the first new well for its Phase One Lionheart Project in Germany, marking a critical step toward expanding its renewable geothermal energy and lithium production capacity.

Arizona Lithium has achieved a landmark regulatory approval for Phase 1 production at its Prairie Lithium Project, marking the first lithium brine operation sanctioned in Saskatchewan. Updated drilling and modeling have significantly expanded the project's resource base and production potential.

Patagonia Lithium reports outstanding Nuclear Magnetic Resonance survey results from its Formentera Lithium Brine Project in Argentina, confirming strong porosity and lithium concentrations that underpin its maiden resource estimate.

Lake Resources has increased its Measured and Indicated lithium resource at the Kachi Project in Argentina to 8.2 million tonnes LCE, revealing higher-grade lithium zones and enhanced recovery technology. This update strengthens the project's economic outlook amid ongoing feasibility and environmental assessments.

5E Advanced Materials has raised $6.35 million through a private placement to advance its boron and lithium project in Southern California, aiming to strengthen U.S. supply chains and move closer to commercialization.

Patagonia Lithium Ltd reports exceptional Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) porosity and specific yield results from well JAM24-04 at its Formentera Lithium Brine Project in Argentina, revealing porosity values more than double previous estimates and promising lithium concentrations that bolster project viability.

Greenwing Resources advances its lithium and graphite projects with a maiden 1.07 Mt LCE resource at San Jorge and a $3.5 million equity raise to fuel growth.

Arizona Lithium advances its Prairie Project with a pioneering commercial development plan for lithium brine extraction, regulatory approvals, and a $1.3 million capital raise to fund initial production.

Cosmos Exploration has progressed its lithium brine extraction testing in Bolivia using Vulcan Energy’s VULSORB® technology and reported promising uranium mineralogy results from its Canadian projects, supported by a $1.25 million capital raise.

Anson Resources reports a successful pilot of Direct Lithium Extraction technology at its Green River project with 98% lithium recovery, while securing approvals for a 24-hole drilling program at its Yellow Cat Uranium-Vanadium project.

Vulcan Energy Resources has marked significant progress in Q1 2025 by achieving Strategic Project status under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act and producing Europe’s first fully integrated battery-quality lithium hydroxide monohydrate. The company advances drilling, financing, and commercial partnerships, positioning itself as a key player in Europe’s sustainable lithium supply chain.

Deterra Royalties Limited reported a 4% increase in portfolio revenue to AUD 61.9 million for the March 2025 quarter, driven by robust iron ore royalties and record gold margins. The company also marked a major milestone with the Final Investment Decision and full funding secured for Phase 1 of the Thacker Pass Lithium Project, targeting production in 2027.