European Lithium (ASX:EUR) Fast-Tracks Wolfsberg Lithium Project in Austria

December 02, 2024 02:50 PM AEDT | By Team Kalkine Media
 European Lithium (ASX:EUR) Fast-Tracks Wolfsberg Lithium Project in Austria
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Highlights 

  • European Lithium’s Wolfsberg Project exempted from EIA, expediting its progress.
  • Critical Metals Corp advances as a European lithium-ion battery supply chain key player.
  • Strategic investments reinforce European Lithium’s critical minerals portfolio.

European Lithium (ASX:EUR) has achieved a significant milestone as the Carinthian state government declared that the Wolfsberg Lithium Project, managed by Critical Metals Corp (CRML) subsidiary ECM Lithium AT GmbH, does not require an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). This exemption accelerates progress for the project situated in Austria’s Kolrape mountain range, aiming to strengthen Europe’s lithium battery supply chain for electromobility. 

The state government’s decree specifies that underground mining projects with above-ground facilities under 10 hectares do not necessitate an EIA. This development brings the Wolfsberg Lithium Project closer to production, aligning with the European Union's strategic goal of establishing a sustainable battery production hub. 

“This decision underscores the project’s importance in developing a European supply chain for critical minerals,” said European Lithium Chair Tony Sage. The Wolfsberg project now stands as the first mining initiative within the EU to enter a streamlined approval pathway for critical minerals projects. 

Strategic Alignment and Investment Value 

European Lithium holds a significant 74.30% interest in Critical Metals, amounting to 66,416,641 ordinary shares. As of November 29, Critical Metals shares were valued at US$6.81 each, bringing European Lithium’s stake to a valuation of US$452,297,325 (A$696,537,881). This valuation underscores the strategic alignment of both companies in advancing Europe’s lithium-ion battery supply ecosystem. 

Critical Metals (CRML) continues to focus on the Wolfsberg Project as a cornerstone of its operations. Located in Austria, Wolfsberg is positioned to supply key lithium products to European markets, supported by excellent road and rail connectivity and partnerships with downstream players. 

Expanding the Critical Minerals Portfolio 

Beyond the Wolfsberg Project, Critical Metals has diversified its holdings. The company maintains a 20% interest in additional Austrian mineral projects previously owned by European Lithium. Recently, Critical Metals secured a 92.5% controlling interest in the Tanbreez Rare Earth Mine in Greenland, further strengthening its footprint in the global critical minerals landscape. 

As Europe transitions to sustainable energy solutions, European Lithium and its subsidiary, Critical Metals (CRML), remain integral to developing the supply chain for next-generation technologies, including lithium-ion batteries and rare earth elements. 


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