Latest Lithium Refining News

Lithium Universe (ASX: LU7) has made significant progress in its Silver Extraction PV Recycling (SEPR) project by developing a microwave-based delamination process that preserves valuable solar panel materials and reduces energy use. The company is also advancing its lithium refinery plans in North America.

PMET Resources has partnered with Mitsui and Microwave Chemical to test microwave calcination technology for on-site lithium refining at Shaakichiuwaanaan, aiming to leverage Quebec’s renewable hydro power to boost value capture and reduce logistics.

Lithium Universe (ASX: LU7) has completed the detailed process flow sheet for a novel hydrometallurgical technology licensed from the University of Edinburgh to extract gold and copper from electronic waste. The low-temperature, reagent-recycling method aims to disrupt traditional smelting with environmental and cost benefits.

PMET Resources has identified a promising pathway to refine spodumene concentrate into battery-grade lithium carbonate directly at its Shaakichiuwaanaan site in Quebec, using Primero’s ALi® atmospheric leach process. Bench-scale tests produced 99.8% pure lithium carbonate, suggesting potential logistics and carbon footprint advantages.

Lithium Universe (ASX: LU7) has demonstrated near-complete recovery of gold and copper from electronic waste using a novel, low-temperature hydrometallurgical process developed by the University of Edinburgh. This breakthrough supports its push into sustainable metal recycling and lithium supply chain projects.

Lithium Universe (ASX: LU7) has launched a detailed development program to commercialise a novel hydrometallurgical process for extracting gold and copper from electronic waste, aiming to disrupt traditional smelting with a more sustainable, low-energy method.

Lithium Universe (ASX: LU7) has acquired exclusive global rights to a University of Edinburgh hydrometallurgical process that extracts gold and copper from electronic waste using recyclable organic compounds, positioning the company at the forefront of sustainable precious metals recovery.

Lithium Universe Limited (ASX: LU7) is pushing ahead with its second lithium refinery in Texas and a silver recycling plant amid a strong lithium price rebound. The company secured a decade-long spodumene supply deal to underpin its flagship Canadian refinery and appointed Iggy Tan as full-time CEO to steer growth.

Lithium Universe Limited’s new silver extraction process for recycling photovoltaic panels slashes environmental impact while boosting economic returns, according to a Macquarie University Life Cycle Assessment.

Prairie Lithium has secured a binding offtake agreement with Hydro Lithium for 100% of its Phase 1 lithium carbonate production, alongside a strategic AU$10 million equipment collaboration. This deal marks a significant milestone for Prairie’s Saskatchewan project, targeting first production in late 2026.

Elevra Lithium reported solid Q2 FY26 production and revenue results while progressing its North American Lithium brownfield expansion and forging strategic supply partnerships.

Elevra Lithium has signed a non-binding MoU to supply up to 144,000 tonnes of spodumene concentrate annually to Mangrove Lithium, supporting a new Canadian lithium conversion facility and strengthening domestic battery material production.