Latest Sustainable Materials News

Iondrive has launched its first five-tonne IONSolv™ production campaign in North America, aiming to produce about 1.4 tonnes of mixed rare earth oxide from recycled permanent magnets by Q4 2026. This milestone bridges lab validation and commercial-scale plans while supporting US supply chain independence.

Papyrus Australia updates its timeline for delivering biodegradable fibre board to TBS Mining Solutions, following trial results that require product refinements. Commercial supply is now expected from November 2026, with acceptance testing due by September.

Lithium Universe (ASX: LU7) reports strong construction progress at Norah Mining's Nigerian spodumene concentrator, securing long-term feedstock and opening interim trading opportunities ahead of its North American refinery launches.

Iondrive Limited’s proprietary IONSolv™ process has independently achieved a 93.5% recovery rate for dysprosium from US commercial e-waste, vastly outperforming previous techno-economic assumptions and extending its rare earth extraction capabilities into heavy rare earths.

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.

Papyrus Australia has fulfilled a critical contract milestone by delivering 200 biodegradable Collar Keeper product samples to TBS Mining Solutions, enabling the next phase of product testing despite a slight delay.

Advanced Energy Minerals (ASX:AEM) is partnering with NeoCtech to pilot rare earth doped nano high purity alumina, backed by an $800,000 CAD Canadian government grant. The project targets strategic sectors including AI, robotics, and aerospace with sustainable, high-performance materials.

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.

MyEco Group has locked in $0.92 million through its Series 2 convertible note program, reinforcing its growth trajectory with funding earmarked for a new GRS-certified recycled bin liner range. The raise supplements a solid cash position while aiming to limit shareholder dilution amid challenging market conditions.

St George Mining has partnered with Spain’s Tecnicas Reunidas to test advanced processing technology on its Araxá rare earths, aiming to unlock European markets alongside existing US and Brazilian alliances.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited has successfully produced around 20 tonnes of high-grade Magnesium Oxide from its Hazelwood North Demonstration Plant, paving the way for magnesium metal production later this year.

ABx Group has discovered new high-extraction ionic rare earth zones at its Deep Leads project in Tasmania, accelerating the path to production within months of approval. This breakthrough enhances the project's commercial viability with rare earths critical for green technologies.