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ARPA-E awarding $39M to 16 projects to grow the domestic critical minerals supply chain

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The University of Texas at Arlington will develop acoustic stimulation and electrolytic proton production to produce lithium (Li) and nickel (Ni) from CO 2 -reactive minerals and rocks that contain calcium (Ca) and magnesium (Mg), while sequestering CO 2 in the form of carbonate solids. Travertine Technologies. from gangue minerals.

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Researchers discover how nickel may inhibit charge/discharge rate in Li-ion batteries

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Simulated zone projection image based on LMNO crystal model with 20% Ni/Li disorder corresponding to blue rectangle. Simulated zone projection image based on LMNO crystal model with 10% Ni/Li disorder corresponding to white rectangle. For example, a layered composite based on lithium nickel manganese oxide Li 1.2

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NREL licenses Li-ion battery technology to Forge Nano; enhanced safety, durability, and lifetime

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This layer minimizes the potential for the formation of an internal short circuit between electrodes to prevent “thermal runaway,” or the uncontrolled increase in battery cell temperature that can result in a fire or an explosion. —Ahmad Pesaran, NREL. Debasish Mohanty, Kevin Dahlberg, David M. Debasish Mohanty, Kevin Dahlberg, David M.

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2019 Prius offered with new electric all-wheel drive system

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The front-wheel-drive (FWD) 2019 Prius will offer manufacturer-projected fuel economy estimates of 58 mpg city / 53 mpg highway / 56 mpg combined on the L Eco grade, while the LE, XLE and Limited has projected fuel ratings of 54 mpg city / 50 mpg highway / 52 mpg combined. FWD models will feature a Li-ion battery.

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Saft and ESMA to Cooperate on Supercapacitor Development, Production and Commercialization; Heavy Diesels First Target

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The first results will be seen later in 2009, when Saft’s US manufacturing facility in Valdosta, GA begins production of a new generation of asymmetric nickel supercapacitors that will work in combination with batteries on heavy vehicles in a large variety of markets including, but not limited to, industry or public transportation.

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Western Lithium significantly upgrades its Kings Valley Lithium resource in Nevada

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Category Tonnes (thousands) Lithium (%) Lithium oxide (%) LCE (Li carbonate equivalent) (tonnes). Lithium carbonate (Li 2 CO 3 ) is the actual lithium compound used to make Li-ion battery cathode materials. Principal, Reserva International LLC, an independent Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101.

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EU JRC releases Roskill study on demand and supply security of nickel for EV batteries; risk of shortages

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Against this demand backdrop, Roskill critically assessed the EU’s internal supply capabilities and identified the risk of future shortages. Nickel sulfate is used directly in the production of Li-ion precursors (blue) and plating (blue). Investment in both new primary supply and recycling is required to de-risk future supply security.

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