NICKEL TECHNOLOGY
Hindustan Zinc and US-based AEsir Technologies join hands for developing Zinc batteries
Hindustan Zinc Limited signed an MoU with AEsir Technologies Inc, a US company specialising in Zinc battery technologies. Hindustan Zinc will supply Zinc to AEsir for Zinc-based batteries, offering higher power at lower costs with longer lifespans. This partnership aligns with Hindustan Zinc’s focus on sustainable metal production for the global energy transition. AEsir's Nickel Zinc batteries are used in defence, renewable energy, and critical infrastructure.
NASA's cutting-edge alloy investment set to drive Aerospace innovation
NASA's groundbreaking investment in superalloy GRX-810 is poised to revolutionize aerospace technology, offering superior durability and performance in extreme conditions. Developed under NASA's Technology Transfer Program, GRX-810 can endure temperatures exceeding 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit and withstand more stress and oxidation than traditional materials. Licensed to four American companies, this nickel-based alloy promises to enhance the competitiveness of American aerospace industries and improve overall fuel efficiency, marking a significant step forward in materials science.
European stocks at record on tech and ECB bets
The pan-European STOXX 600 benchmark rose by 0.7%, with the technology subindex surging 2.6%, driven by significant gains from Wall Street's tech giants.
Hindalco in process of bidding for two nickel, cobalt mines in Maharashtra, Karnataka: MD
Key minerals like copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt, and rare earth elements are crucial elements in numerous rapidly expanding clean energy technologies, ranging from wind turbines and electrical grids to electric vehicles.
India to go 6km deep inside ocean to power your next electric car
India and China compete for minerals crucial for electric vehicles and solar panels. India applies to explore the Indian Ocean for cobalt and manganese, emphasizing strategic importance, Carlsberg Ridge, ANS, polymetallic nodules, Sunil Kumar Singh, NIO, and NIOT.
India on mission to become world's leading producer of critical minerals: Hindustan Zinc Chairperson
India aims to lead in sustainable critical mineral production, per Hindustan Zinc's Chairperson Priya Agarwal Hebbar. These minerals, including cobalt, copper, lithium, nickel, and rare earths, are crucial for clean energy technologies such as wind turbines and electric cars.
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Around 20 critical mineral blocks to be put on sale by June-end: Mines Secretary
The Indian government plans to auction around 20 critical mineral blocks by June end to meet growing demand for minerals like copper, lithium, and nickel in clean energy technologies. Over 100 blocks are available for auction due to increased exploration efforts. The ministry aims to start offshore mine auctions in three months.
India reaches out to critical mineral producers for processing technology
According to a Niti Aayog estimate, India's advanced chemistry cell manufacturing industry annually needs 193 thousand tons of cathode active material to produce 100 GW hour annum of batteries by 2030. Critical minerals and their active materials used in the production of lithium-ion batteries (LIB) account for approximately 33%-48% of the overall pack cost.
For moderate risk takers: 5 midcap stocks from different sectors with the right financial matrix
In a market in which stocks of companies undergoing bankruptcy are quoting at half billion market cap, finding stocks which have value is probably not something which is an easy thing. It is time when the choice has to be made between fairly priced or overpriced. Given the sentiments, investors are more prone to buying stock first and then looking at what is the business of the company, that too is done by very few. It is exactly the time and sentiment when it becomes extremely important to go back to the basic principle of investing. Put more checks and balances before you buy the stock and the reason for buying that stock at that point of time. So as you stay bullish, be selective.
How battery recycling can help EVs to be truly green
Batteries of EVs after their usage need to be accurately managed to avoid them being harmful to the environment. One solution to this problem could be ‘Battery Recycling’ and ‘Battery Reusing’, if the battery cells are accurately processed. This opens up a platform where manufacturers of automobiles and EVs can extract valuable minerals and other materials through an effective battery recycling process.
India, US working on tech to process critical minerals
Currently, China dominates the global concentration of mineral deposits and processing of critical minerals. Implications are, therefore, high for India, especially since it is committed to achieving 50% of cumulative installed power capacity from non-fossil sources by 2030.
Salt in Batteries: Battery giants invest in Sodium-based technology, signalling potential disruption in industry
Battery giants are exploring sodium-based technology as an alternative to lithium, signaling a potential shift in the energy storage industry. Sodium, more abundant and cheaper than lithium, has not been widely used due to the superior range and performance of lithium cells. However, recent breakthroughs, including Sweden's Northvolt AB and China's BYD Co. signing a deal for a $1.4 billion sodium-ion battery plant, suggest a growing interest in sodium technology.
Solar power poised to become dominant global energy source by 2050: Study
This research is backed by the UK Government's Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, as well as the Children's Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), under the umbrella of the Economics of Energy Innovation and System Transition (EEIST) project.
Atlas raises $27 million for new nickel technology for EV batteries
Atlas Materials has raised $27 million to build a pilot plant in North America for processing low-grade nickel for electric vehicle batteries. The company has developed a way to treat a type of nickel ore, normally used in stainless steel, into a form suitable for EV batteries with low emissions and no waste.
Chandrayaan-3 landing impact: These 10 space-related stocks are aiming for the moon!
Paras Defence and Space Technologies, which specialises in defence and space optics, defence electronics, heavy engineering, etc. supplied the navigation system for Chandrayaan-3. After a 5% rally yesterday, the stock was up over 12% today.
L&T, BHEL and so many companies a part of Chandrayaan-3; check the list here
India's moon mission, Chandrayaan-3, successfully landed near the lunar south pole, making India the fourth nation to achieve this. Private sector companies such as Larsen and Tourbo's aerospace wing, Mishra Dhatu Nigam, Bharat Heavy Electricals, MTAR Technologies, Godrej Aerospace, Ankit Aerospace, and Walchandnagar Industries played crucial roles in supplying components and materials for the mission.
NITI Aayog proposes incentives for processing and refining of minerals in lithium-ion batteries
NITI Aayog has proposed incentives in the form of tax benefits and a production linked incentive scheme to encourage production and refining of critical minerals used in lithium-ion batteries. In addition, the Aayog has called for the development of strong supply chains of critical minerals and raw materials to boost the domestic lithium-ion battery manufacturing industry.
Europe in danger of losing EV battery race: report
The report by the European Court of Auditors warned that the European Union may fail to meet climate goals as those efforts rely heavily on the uptake of electric vehicles run on batteries made up of a cocktail of metals ranging from cobalt to nickel and lithium.
Make in India push: five of our must-read stories
Amid India’s push to woo chipmakers to India, several semiconductor makers are in talks to set up assembly and packaging facilities in the country. Besides semiconductors, the government is also looking to attract investments for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing.
Government delegation in Taiwan to make EV pitch to Foxconn
To discuss sops, India’s exploration of battery minerals critical for EVs
G7 members should not compete against each other on renewables: European Commission President
The Group of Seven (G7) rich nations should work together to access technology and secure sources of critical minerals for a green transition, creating additional manufacturing capacity rather than competition. The G7 is accelerating its push towards greener technologies after Russia's invasion of Ukraine disrupted decades-long energy supply chains. The group also wants to cut reliance on China, which dominates critical mineral supply chain.
These largecaps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ reco and upside potential of over 25%
As the NIFTY and broader market recovers, analysts are bullish on select large cap stock. Making to the list are a host of companies from different sectors, like auto and auto ancillary to PSU banks which have been coming in limelight recently due to outperformance. ET screener powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus lists down quality stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “buy” or "strong buy". The screener applies different algorithms for all BSE and NSE stocks. This predefined screener is only available to ET Prime users.
Minerals in Indian Ocean can turn India self-sufficient in nickel, cobalt: International Seabed Authority chief
"India was one of the very first pioneer investors in deep sea mining, starting from the 1980s. In recent years, there has been enormous progress. Under the Deep Ocean Mission, India's progress was phenomenal. India has the potential to become a global leader in deep sea mineral exploration and exploitation," said Lodge.
Russia offers India new fuel technology & solutions for atomic reactors
The presentation covered the key developments which may enhance efficiency of the functioning units of the Kudankulam NPP, powered by VVER-1000 reactors, as well as the ones under construction. In particular, it embraced new materials and models of nuclear fuel, solutions for higher uranium enrichment, technologies of closed nuclear fuel cycle and the new prospects they open for NPPs.
Renewable energy, demand for minerals and law of unintended consequences
In a simple language, the move to renewables and EVs will mean that the demand for certain metals and minerals from copper to lithium will move up, for some, by an order of magnitude.
Indonesian President Joko Widodo meets Tesla's Elon Musk after nickel talks
The meeting between Musk and Widodo, better known as Jokowi, came after a round of working-level discussions on a potential investment in Indonesia's nickel industry and supply of batteries for electric vehicles, Indonesian officials told Reuters.
A nickel mine Elon Musk and Joe Biden may both need
In 2020, Tesla's Elon Musk begged miners to “please mine more nickel” and offered a “giant contract” to anyone who could do it sustainably. The problem is acute. Nickel is a key component of electric-vehicle batteries. Thanks to surging EV demand, geopolitics and a lack of new supplies, the high-grade nickel necessary for making electric-vehicle batteries is becoming scarce.
Ukraine war impact reverberates through world’s factory floor
Copper, used in appliances and wiring, reached new highs. Nickel, used in lithium-ion batteries, has spiked to a record while other raw materials including aluminum and palladium have jumped.
Five things to know about nickel’s 90% price surge
Most importantly, there’s no need to panic — there’s a supply boom underway and this spike is unlikely to last.
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