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LAIRD SUPERFOOD INTRODUCES PROTEIN CREAMER FOR COFFEE

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Donnerstag, Mai 9, 2024

BOULDER, Colo., May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Laird Superfood, Inc. (NYSE American: LSF), a leader in functional coffee and creamers known for its collection of plant-based superfood products with adaptogens, has launched Laird Superfood Protein Creamer containing 12 grams of protein per serving. The powder blends smoothly into coffee or tea to give a nutritional and energy boost from a proprietary mix of pea, hemp and pumpkin seed protein, naturally occurring MCTs from coconut, and the brand's Performance Mushroom Blend.

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  • First Plant-Based Coffee Creamer Containing Only Real Food Ingredients, Including Pea, Hemp and Pumpkin Seed Protein Debuts in Sweet & Creamy Flavor
    BOULDER, Colo., May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Laird Superfood , Inc. (NYSE American: LSF), a leader in functional coffee and creamers known for its collection of plant-based superfood products with adaptogens, has launched Laird Superfood Protein Creamer containing 12 grams of protein per serving.
  • Laird Superfood Protein Creamer launches as the first plant-based coffee creamer with only real food ingredients.
  • "Laird Superfood is excited to be the first-to-market with a plant-based protein coffee creamer that's made from only clean ingredients that consumers can recognize by name," said Jason Vieth, CEO of Laird Superfood.
  • And with 12 grams of protein in every serving, our new Protein Creamer introduces an entirely new wellness benefit into our coffee portfolio."

Lyten Ships Lithium-Sulfur Battery A-Samples for Automotive, Consumer Electronics, and Military Customer Evaluation

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Mittwoch, Mai 8, 2024

(Photo: Business Wire)

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  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Lyten manufactures lithium-sulfur cells in both pouch and cylindrical formats (2170 and 18650) and is currently shipping the 6.5 Ah pouch cell format for customer evaluation.
  • Later this year, Lyten plans to deliver cylindrical A samples for evaluation.
  • “The world needs a practical, mass market battery, and that is what we are building with our lithium-sulfur technology,” stated Celina Mikolajczak, Chief Battery Technology Officer at Lyten.
  • Please go to www.lyten.com/contact-us/ to enquire about joining the waitlist for Lyten’s lithium-sulfur battery samples and spec sheet.

Michael Everett Joins Zeta Energy as Chief Operating Officer

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Donnerstag, Mai 2, 2024

HOUSTON, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zeta Energy , a Houston-based company that has developed a world-leading lithium-sulfur battery, announced today that Michael Everett will join Zeta as Chief Operating Officer.

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  • HOUSTON, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zeta Energy , a Houston-based company that has developed a world-leading lithium-sulfur battery, announced today that Michael Everett will join Zeta as Chief Operating Officer.
  • Notably, Zeta Energy has also developed a dry electrode manufacturing process, highlighting the synergy between Everett's skills and Zeta's technologies.
  • As noted by Zeta Energy Chief Executive Officer, Tom Pilette , "We are thrilled to bring Michael into the Zeta family.
  • Zeta Energy has developed a sulfurized carbon material that harnesses the exceptional energy density of sulfur, while preventing the "polysulfide shuttle" effect.

Toyota and Argonne National Laboratory Investigate Recycling of Lithium-Ion Batteries

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Dienstag, April 30, 2024

ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor North America ('Toyota') announces that it has entered a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory to investigate the development of a direct recycling process for lithium-ion batteries, which are prevalent in new electric vehicles. The focus of the research will be on cathode chemistries made of nickel, manganese, and cobalt.

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  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor North America ('Toyota') announces that it has entered a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the U.S. Department of Energy's Argonne National Laboratory to investigate the development of a direct recycling process for lithium-ion batteries, which are prevalent in new electric vehicles.
  • For the project, Toyota will provide Argonne with both end-of-life and new Toyota batteries.
  • Argonne will adapt and test its patent-pending direct recycling process with the batteries.
  • The collaborative project with Argonne is part of Toyota's pursuit of designing a closed-loop battery ecosystem aimed at maximizing sustainability.

TMC & SGS Produce World-First Nickel Sulfate from Deep-Seafloor Polymetallic Nodules

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Dienstag, April 23, 2024

The sulfate was generated during bench-scale testing of its hydrometallurgical flowsheet design in partnership with SGS Canada Inc., at their Lakefield, Ontario facility.

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  • The sulfate was generated during bench-scale testing of its hydrometallurgical flowsheet design in partnership with SGS Canada Inc., at their Lakefield, Ontario facility.
  • Undertaken on samples of nickel-cobalt-copper matte produced by TMC in 2021, the Extractive Metallurgy team at SGS tested TMC’s efficient flowsheet to process high-grade nickel matte directly to nickel sulfate without making nickel metal, while producing fertilizer byproducts instead of solid waste or tailings.
  • Following the successful nickel sulfate production, SGS continues testing to produce what TMC believes will be the world’s first cobalt sulfate from polymetallic nodules.
  • This work was executed in close collaboration with SGS and other industry leaders to demonstrate the ability to refine nodules to high value products.

Argonne, Toyota Collaborate on Cutting-Edge Battery Recycling Process

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Dienstag, April 30, 2024

Argonne, Toyota Research Institute of North America, and Toyota’s Battery Lifecycle Solutions group are exploring an innovative approach to recycling battery components.

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  • Argonne, Toyota Research Institute of North America, and Toyota’s Battery Lifecycle Solutions group are exploring an innovative approach to recycling battery components.
  • In most battery recycling today, the chemical structure of end-of-life battery components is broken down into the raw materials used in manufacturing.
  • The collaboration is taking advantage of an effective, patent-pending direct recycling process developed by the Argonne-based ReCell Center .
  • Argonne researchers will apply ReCell’s direct recycling process to Toyota’s battery cells, extracting and regenerating the cathode material.

Natron Energy Achieves First-Ever Commercial-Scale Production of Sodium-Ion Batteries in the U.S.

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Montag, April 29, 2024

Natron’s milestone marks the first-ever commercial-scale production of sodium-ion batteries in the U.S.

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  • Natron’s milestone marks the first-ever commercial-scale production of sodium-ion batteries in the U.S.
  • As we now begin to scale production, Natron will strengthen the domestic battery supply chain and create high-quality clean energy jobs in Michigan,” said Colin Wessells, founder and co-CEO, Natron Energy.
  • “The electrification of our economy is dependent on the development and production of new, innovative energy storage solutions.
  • As the world progresses toward a future powered by clean, renewable energy, continued innovation in the energy storage sector remains an absolute necessity,” said Wendell Brooks, co-CEO, Natron Energy.

Steve Jurvetson, a Renowned Silicon Valley Investor, Joins TMC’s Board of Directors as Vice Chairman and Special Advisor to the CEO

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Mittwoch, April 10, 2024

For over 25 years, Mr. Jurvetson has been known for his early-stage venture investments in some of the world’s most impactful technology companies.

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  • For over 25 years, Mr. Jurvetson has been known for his early-stage venture investments in some of the world’s most impactful technology companies.
  • Gerard Barron, Chairman and CEO of TMC, stated: “Steve Jurvetson is not just a legendary investor but a visionary with wide and deep-ranging curiosity.
  • With the increasing volume of scientific data at our disposal, it is imperative that we elevate the discourse on deep-seafloor metals.
  • I look forward to working with TMC to execute its forward-looking mission and maximize value to shareholders and stakeholders.”

U.S. Oat-based Snacks & Beverages Market 2024-2029, Featuring Key Vendors Bobo's, Danone, General Mills, Mondelez, The Quaker Oats Company, Nairn's Oatcakes, Oatly, Pacific Foods & Rude Health - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Donnerstag, April 18, 2024

Oats gained recognition for their nutritional benefits and versatility, making them popular for individuals seeking healthier and more balanced diets.

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  • Oats gained recognition for their nutritional benefits and versatility, making them popular for individuals seeking healthier and more balanced diets.
  • They are more beneficial than other plant-based products, as oatmeals are highly nutritious, reducing the risk of cardiac disorders and diabetes.
  • Oat-based snacks in the product segment have the largest market share of over 80% in the U.S. oat-based snacks & beverages market.
  • The female segment is seeing prominent growth and has the largest market share in the U.S. oat-based snacks & beverages market.

AI to spark 10-year Supercycle in Critical Minerals, The Oregon Group forecasts

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Montag, April 22, 2024

TORONTO, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - The explosion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is expected to trigger a 10-year critical mineral supercycle, according to a new report.

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  • TORONTO, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - The explosion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is expected to trigger a 10-year critical mineral supercycle, according to a new report.
  • The Oregon Group predicts the massive energy needs of new AI data centers will increase pressure on mineral supply chains already under strain to meet global net-zero targets.
  • McKinsey forecasts generative AI has the potential to generate value equivalent to $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion in global corporate profits annually.
  • To learn more about the new critical mineral supercycle and key trends, you can access The Oregon Group's new report, entitled "Artificial Intelligence and the next Critical Mineral Supercycle" by visiting our dedicated website section for the market report.