Latest Lithium Refining News

IRIS Metals has partnered with Rock Zero to pioneer a low-emission lithium refining process in the U.S., aiming to secure a domestic supply chain with breakthrough technology.

Clean TeQ Water has raised A$6 million through a placement supported by major shareholders to fund its expanding international water and resource recovery projects while strengthening its balance sheet.

Clean TeQ Water has landed a significant A$19.2 million contract with Rio Tinto’s subsidiary for the Rincon Lithium Project in Argentina, marking its first major South American venture and a milestone in lithium refining technology.

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.

Jindalee Lithium is progressing its McDermitt Lithium Project with a proposed US SPAC listing, government backing, and an $8 million capital raise, positioning it as a key player in the US critical minerals landscape.

Lithium Universe Limited has secured exclusive rights to a breakthrough silver extraction technology from Macquarie University, promising high-purity silver recovery from solar panels while preserving valuable silicon wafers. This innovation complements their existing recycling and lithium refining strategies in North America.

Lithium Universe and Macquarie University unveil a breakthrough in solar panel recycling technology that dramatically cuts acid consumption and boosts silver recovery efficiency. This innovation promises to reshape the economics and sustainability of photovoltaic waste processing.

Lithium Universe Limited has unveiled plans for a second lithium carbonate refinery in Brownsville, Texas, complementing its flagship Québec project and aiming to ease North America's lithium supply bottleneck.

Lithium Universe and Macquarie University have unveiled a breakthrough electrode design that dramatically improves silver recovery from end-of-life solar panels, promising higher efficiency and sustainability in recycling.

Pioneer Lithium refines its exploration focus, prioritizing its US uranium projects with Skull Creek nearing drill readiness, while withdrawing from a Namibian uranium asset to optimize capital and value creation.

Lithium Universe Limited and Macquarie University have jointly applied for a $386,000 grant to develop a cutting-edge solar panel recycling pilot that could transform resource recovery and sustainability in Australia’s clean energy sector.

NRW Holdings reported a robust 12.2% revenue increase to $3.3 billion in FY25, offsetting a significant $110.5 million impairment linked to OneSteel. Strong Civil and MET segment growth underpinned solid earnings despite Queensland weather challenges.