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Aqua Metals, Inc. (NASDAQ: AQMS) generates news at the intersection of battery recycling, critical minerals, and clean energy technology. The company’s press releases and regulatory disclosures highlight its progress in commercializing AquaRefining™, a proprietary, low-temperature electro-hydrometallurgical process for recycling lithium-ion batteries and refining critical metals such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese, and copper.
On this news page, readers can follow Aqua Metals’ operational milestones, including pilot-scale processing of lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) cathode scrap, production of battery-grade lithium carbonate, and qualification of nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) mixed hydroxide cake with potential partners. Updates also cover the design and planning of the company’s first commercial AquaRefining™ Campus (ARC) facility, which is intended to process black mass and return high-purity materials into domestic supply chains.
Aqua Metals’ news flow also features strategic partnerships and agreements. Recent items include memoranda of understanding with MOBY Robotics Inc. and Impossible Metals, Inc. to evaluate refining of deep-sea polymetallic nodules, and a non-binding Letter of Intent with Westwin Elements to negotiate a potential multi-year supply arrangement for recycled nickel carbonate. These announcements illustrate how the company aims to participate in emerging U.S. critical mineral and battery material supply chains.
Investors and industry observers will also find capital markets and corporate updates, such as registered direct offerings, private placements, asset sales, and Nasdaq listing developments, as well as quarterly earnings releases and conference call details. For anyone tracking AQMS, this news feed offers a consolidated view of Aqua Metals’ technology progress, commercialization steps, financing activities, and role in the evolving lithium-ion battery recycling and critical minerals landscape.
Aqua Metals (NASDAQ: AQMS) announced a $2 million non-refundable deposit from LINICO Corporation as part of their Industrial Lease Agreement. This deposit contributes towards a total purchase option of $15.25 million for Aqua Metals’ recycling facility, with the option valid until March 31, 2023. With this payment, Aqua Metals' cash reserves increase to $11.3 million. The lease generates monthly payments starting at $68,000, rising to $100,640 in the final months, with LiNiCo responsible for all fixed costs.
Aqua Metals (NASDAQ: AQMS) has announced significant milestones in its recycling initiatives. The company’s Taiwan-based AquaRefining project successfully produced ultra-pure lead, while the U.S. Li AquaRefining pilot plant is on track to produce high-value minerals by Q4 2022. Recent environmental comparisons demonstrate AquaRefining's efficiency, producing substantially lower CO2 emissions than conventional lithium-ion battery recycling. These advancements position Aqua Metals as a leader in sustainable battery recycling, supporting EV manufacturers to meet production requirements outlined in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
Aqua Metals (NASDAQ: AQMS) will announce its third-quarter financial results for the period ending September 30, 2022, on November 3, 2022, following the market close. A conference call is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET on the same day. The company, known for its AquaRefining™ technology in metal recycling, aims to provide a business update during the call. Interested parties can dial in or access the live webcast via the company's investor relations page.
Aqua Metals, Inc. (NASDAQ: AQMS) will present at the LD Micro Main Event XV investor conference from October 25 to 27, 2022, at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel in Los Angeles. CEO Steve Cotton and CFO Judd Merrill will lead the event, including in-person meetings and a live-streaming presentation on October 26 at 1 p.m. PT. Investors can register for the event at this link. Aqua Metals focuses on sustainable metals recycling through its AquaRefining™ technology, aiming to revolutionize the industry while minimizing pollution.
Aqua Metals has secured a $6 million loan from Alpen Mortgage to enhance its cash position and support growth initiatives aimed at revenue generation. Closed on September 30, 2022, this secured loan has a 24-month term with an 8.5% interest rate, commencing interest-only payments on November 1, 2022. The company is on track to commission its Innovation Center’s pilot plant and has secured sufficient black mass supply through 2023, allowing it to scale operations and capitalize on its AquaRefining technology.
Aqua Metals, Inc. (NASDAQ: AQMS) announced participation in two key investor conferences in September 2022. Management, including CEO Steve Cotton and CFO Judd Merrill, will attend the H.C. Wainwright Global Investment Conference on September 13-14 in New York, conducting one-on-one meetings and presenting virtually on September 14 at 10 a.m. ET. Additionally, they will also be at the Lake Street Best Ideas Growth Conference on September 14, also in New York. For more details, investors can contact FNK IR.
Aqua Metals has signed a non-binding agreement for a $6 million loan with Alpen Mortgage, secured by its AquaRefinery building. This funding aims to enhance the company's liquidity and support its transition from bench scale to pilot scale operations, expected to commence revenue generation later this year. The pilot plant is set to be operational by mid-November, marking a significant step in Aqua Metals' lithium-ion battery recycling ambitions, utilizing 100% renewable energy.
Aqua Metals has appointed David Kanen to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Kanen, an experienced investor and managing member of Kanen Wealth Management, has a history of advising Aqua Metals, contributing to its leadership transition in 2018. His involvement aims to enhance the company's efforts in revolutionizing lithium-ion battery recycling through its AquaRefining™ technology. He believes Aqua Metals is at a pivotal moment for growth in the battery minerals sector, expressing commitment to support the company’s goals of achieving sustainable revenue and profitability.
Aqua Metals (NASDAQ: AQMS) has appointed Dave McMurtry as its new Chief Business Officer. McMurtry, who previously served as the Chief Strategist, boasts extensive experience in renewable energy and international market development. His appointment is expected to enhance Aqua Metals’ initiatives towards sustainability and commercializing AquaRefining™ technology, particularly in lithium-ion battery recycling. McMurtry has actively engaged with stakeholders and is confident in the company’s potential for value creation and net-zero emissions goals.
Aqua Metals (AQMS) announced its Q2 2022 financial results, highlighting significant advancements in lithium-ion battery recycling. The company successfully recovered high-value metals like lithium hydroxide, copper, and cobalt from used batteries. A pilot recycling operation is set to launch later this year at their Innovation Center in Tahoe-Reno. They signed a Letter of Intent with Dragonfly Energy for lithium hydroxide supply and received AquaRefining equipment for ACME Metals in Taiwan. Despite no commercial production and a net loss of $3.2 million, Aqua Metals remains focused on revenue generation for 2023.