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Sigma Lithium Corporation reports developments tied to its lithium oxide concentrate production business and its Grota do Cirilo operation in Brazil. Company news commonly covers earnings releases, production guidance, sales of high-grade lithium oxide concentrate, commercialization of high-purity lithium fines, offtake agreements, and working-capital or bank-guarantee arrangements.
Updates also describe the Greentech Industrial Plant, including dry stacking, water reuse, zero use of toxic chemicals, and renewable electricity, along with capacity-expansion activity. Recurring themes include operating cadence, mine optimization, customer deliveries, and the role of Sigma Lithium's concentrate in the electric battery materials supply chain.
Sigma Lithium announces mobilization at its Grota do Cirilo lithium project for the construction of its Production Plant, engaging around 180 contractors. The company has successfully completed FEED, releasing a new 3D design video. Co-CEO Ana Cabral-Gardner will represent Sigma at COP26, discussing the project's environmental initiatives. Additionally, Sigma filed a preliminary base shelf registration statement for up to US$250 million in debt and equity securities over 25 months in the U.S. and Canada.
Sigma Lithium announced the mobilization of its workforce and equipment for pre-construction activities at its Grota do Cirilo lithium project, involving over 180 contractors and 1 million cubic meters of terrain. The company concluded its FEED and released a new 3D detailed design video of its production plant. Co-CEO Ana Cabral-Gardner is participating in COP26, addressing sustainable development and ESG initiatives. Additionally, Sigma filed a preliminary base shelf prospectus in the U.S. and Canada to distribute up to $250 million in debt and equity securities over 25 months.
On October 26, 2021, Sigma Lithium co-CEO Ana Cabral-Gardner addressed the Brazilian Congress, highlighting Brazil's potential to become a global leader in exporting environmentally sustainable lithium materials. She emphasized the growing demand for lithium driven by electric vehicle sales and urged Congress to support the new industry to attract investments to Vale do Jequitinhonha, a region in need of economic development. Sigma Lithium aims to produce high-purity lithium for electric vehicle batteries, positioning Brazil as a key player in the international decarbonization effort.
Sigma Lithium's Co-CEO, Ana Cabral-Gardner, addressed the "FT LIVE Commodities Summit" on October 8, emphasizing technology's crucial role in making lithium production more sustainable and cost-effective, vital for the electric vehicle (EV) market. Key challenges identified include supply scaling, environmental sustainability, and producing high-quality lithium. Sigma, located in Brazil, is advancing its Grota do Cirilo Project to deliver low-carbon, high-purity lithium while adhering to stringent ESG standards. The company is set for production in 2022, continuing its commitment to eco-friendly practices.
On October 5, 2021, Sigma Lithium announced a binding off-take agreement with LG Energy Solution to supply battery-grade sustainable lithium concentrate through 2027. Starting in 2023, LG Energy Solution will purchase 60,000 tons per year on a 'take-or-pay' basis, scaling to 100,000 tons annually by 2024. The pricing is linked to market rates for lithium hydroxide. The agreement reinforces Sigma’s commitment to sustainability, as their lithium production is entirely powered by clean energy, adhering to high ESG standards.
Sigma Lithium (NASDAQ: SGML) announced the participation of Co-CEO Ana Cabral Gardner in the UN High-Level Dialogue on Energy on September 24, 2021. This dialogue focuses on achieving universal energy access and net-zero emissions. Additionally, Gardner participated in the World Climate Forum, addressing clean transportation investments. Sigma Lithium aims to leverage its sustainable lithium production to contribute significantly to the green energy transition. The company operates the Grota do Cirilo Project in Brazil, which is set for near-term production in 2022, underpinning its ESG-focused strategy.