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Battery Metals

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Stay ahead of the curve with Skillings’ coverage of the fast-evolving battery metals mining sector. From lithium and cobalt to nickel and graphite, this category delivers timely updates on demand trends, mining technologies, government policies, and market shifts. Whether you’re an investor, miner, or tech enthusiast, our curated insights highlight how battery metals power the EV revolution, grid storage, and next-gen energy tech.

Rare Earths • Jun 24, 2023

Chinese Lithium Mine Exposes shockingly Unsafe

A Chinese lithium mine in the country's center has drawn criticism following the shocking discovery of dangerous working conditions suffered by its employees. Concerns have been…

Battery Metals • Jun 15, 2023

Lithium Industry Takes the Lead in Employment

In a significant development for Argentina's mining industry, the lithium industry has emerged as the primary source of employment growth, demonstrating its potential to become the…

Battery Metals • Jun 11, 2023

Meeting Global Cobalt Demand: Urgent Call for

As the demand for electric vehicles, renewable energy technologies, and portable electronics continues to skyrocket, cobalt has emerged as a crucial component in the industries that…

Battery Metals • Jun 10, 2023

Lithium Mining Powers the Electric Vehicle Revolution

The Lithium mining has emerged as the propelling force behind the electric vehicle (EV) revolution in a world that is transitioning towards sustainable transportation. As lithium-ion…

Battery Metals • Jun 4, 2023

Cobalt Mining in the DRC Requires Urgent

The cobalt mining industry in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has come under intensified scrutiny in recent years due to its alarming human rights…

Battery Metals • Jun 3, 2023

Rising Demand for Cobalt Mining Industry

In recent years, the cobalt mining industry has experienced significant growth due to the increasing demand for this essential mineral in a variety of industries, especially…

Battery Metals • May 28, 2023

Before and After: The Impact of Lithium

Rapid expansion of the electric vehicle industry and rising demand for renewable energy storage have put lithium batteries in the spotlight. As the mining industry responds…

Battery Metals • May 19, 2023

State-of-the-Art Lithium Refinery

With the advent of a cutting-edge lithium refinery, the mineral mining industry is on the verge of a disruptive revolution. This ground-breaking facility, outfitted with cutting-edge…

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