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GM investing $650M in Lithium Americas; offtake agreement from Thacker Pass

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Tranche 1: GM to purchase 15.0 In connection with the closing of the first tranche investment, GM will receive exclusive access to Phase 1 production through a binding supply agreement (100% of 40 ktpa capacity) and has the right of first offer on Phase 2 production. million shares of Lithium Americas at a price of $21.34

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Opinion: Why Lithium Will See Another Price Spike This Fall

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Electrical Grid Connections. In some locations, grid-scale peaking applications have already been implemented, often in old coal power plants, re-using the building and grid connections. Orocobre Limited is commissioning their Olaroz project in Argentina, and is currently at 68% of its 17,500 TPA full capacity.

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Ford will use module-less LFP batteries from CATL

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Ford also is leveraging its long-standing connection with LG Energy Solution (LGES) and its strategic relationship with SK On to meet its battery capacity target for late 2023. This is part of a multi-metal MOU that leverages the scale of Ford’s aluminum business and includes a potential opportunity on copper. Ford EV Plan Infographic.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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Not only are the charging stations placed conveniently, but by using a ChargeNet DC rapid charger , you can typically add about a 100 km range in 15 – 30 minutes, depending on how many kW you want, and the connection that your EV uses. of the country’s total electricity connections, but it’s growing fast. The New Zealand Power Grid.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

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Not only are the charging stations placed conveniently, but by using a ChargeNet DC rapid charger , you can typically add about a 100 km range in 15 – 30 minutes, depending on how many kW you want, and the connection that your EV uses. of the country’s total electricity connections, but it’s growing fast. The New Zealand Power Grid.