Latest Sustainable Materials News

Neometals Ltd has resolved a longstanding legal dispute with a $1 million settlement, clearing the way to focus on advancing its Barrambie Gold Project and sustainable processing technologies.

Dotz Nano has achieved a key production milestone for its proprietary CO2 sorbent materials and raised over AU$3 million to accelerate commercialization of its DotzEarth technology.

First Graphene and UK manufacturer FP McCann have successfully produced the first batch of graphene-enhanced concrete roof tiles, marking a significant step toward low-carbon, high-performance construction materials in the UK housing sector.

Papyrus Australia has taken a significant step towards commercialisation by signing a $4.2 million supply contract with TBS Mining Solutions for its biodegradable Collar Keeper® products, while advancing its Adelaide R&D facility.

Latrobe Magnesium Limited has received a $6.29 million R&D tax rebate from the ATO, using the funds to reduce debt and progress its magnesium production plants in Australia and Malaysia.

Altech Batteries has abruptly ended its partnership with AMPower, shifting focus to its own advanced battery technologies as part of a strategic reset by its new board.

Lithium Universe has achieved a major milestone with its JESE technology, recovering silver at near-commercial purity while enhancing material performance and sustainability. This innovation could reshape silver recycling and premium electronics supply chains.

Papyrus Australia has marked significant progress at its Adelaide R&D facility while its sustainable fibre board gains international recognition, setting the stage for expanded global partnerships.

Aquirian’s subsidiary TBS Mining Solutions has inked a $4.2 million deal with Papyrus Australia to manufacture biodegradable Collar Keeper® products, marking a significant step in sustainable mining practices.

Zeotech Limited’s AusPozz™ has been independently validated by BG&E as a high-performance, low-carbon supplementary cementitious material, showing remarkable strength gains and durability benefits in concrete applications.

Nanollose Limited has made significant progress in microbial cellulose production, enabling direct integration into lyocell fibre manufacturing, while securing $750,000 in funding through option exercises by Fiftyone Capital.

Livium Ltd has successfully raised A$4.5 million through a strategic placement to accelerate its battery recycling operations and expand into rare earth element and solar panel recycling. The capital injection will fund a new centralized processing hub and broaden its clean energy waste recycling capabilities.