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POSCO Chemical, GM in large-scale CAM supply agreement to support EV growth

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recently announced a binding agreement for a large-scale supply of Cathode Active Material (CAM) to help GM meet its fast-growing EV production needs. CAM is a key battery material consisting of components like processed nickel, lithium and other materials representing about 40% of the cost of a battery cell.

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Benchmark launches Li-ion Battery Raw Material Price Index

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Benchmark Mineral Intelligence has launched a Lithium-ion Battery Raw Material Price Index. Benchmark assembles the index using its market-leading price assessments including the IOSCO-accredited lithium, nickel, and cobalt prices. NCM Mid-Nickel (5, 6, and 7 series blends, e.g., NCM 523, NCM 622). NCM HIGH-NICKEL.

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GM signs major Li-ion supply chain agreements: CAM with LG Chem and lithium hydroxide with Livent

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General Motors announced two major Li-ion battery supply chain agreements, one with LG Chem for cathode active material (CAM), and one with Livent for the supply of battery-grade lithium hydroxide. —Jeff Morrison, GM vice president, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain.

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LG Chem and GM Reach Agreement for Long-Term Supply of Cathode Active Material to Support EV Growth

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LG Chem and General Motors announced today a binding agreement for the supply of Cathode Active Material (CAM) from LG Chem to GM. The supply agreement will help GM meet its fast-growing EV production needs.

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GM joins IRMA to certify sustainability and human rights in EV supply chain

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General Motors has joined the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA), adding another element to company programs that support the sustainability and human rights of the EV supply chain. As automotive battery demand expands globally, access to battery materials is of increasing importance.

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ARPA-E to award up to $44M to develop net-zero or net negative processes to grow minerals supply chain: MINER

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced up to $44 million in funding ( DE-FOA-0002707 ) to support projects developing commercial-ready technologies that give the United States a net-zero or net negative emissions pathway toward increased domestic supplies of critical elements required for the transition to clean energy.

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LG Chem & General Motors Reach Agreement For Long-Term Supply Of Cathode Active Material To Support EV Growth

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GM and LG Chem recently announced a binding agreement for the supply of Cathode Active Material (CAM). CAM is a significant battery component made up of processed nickel, lithium, and other substances that account for around 40% of the cost of a battery […].