Everest Metals Corporation Ltd (ASX:EMC) Secures CSIRO Support for Mt Edon Project
Collaboration with CSIRO
Everest Metals Corporation Ltd (ASX: EMC) has signed an agreement with Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, to conduct advanced geochemical and mineralogical studies at its Mt Edon Critical Minerals Project in Western Australia. The company has secured a $50,000 Kick-Start Program voucher from CSIRO to support the analysis of rubidium, lithium, and caesium distribution in pegmatitic minerals, aiming to enhance recovery processes.
Project Details
The program will leverage CSIRO’s advanced facilities and will commence immediately, with sample collection starting in May 2025. The nine-month project is expected to provide detailed scientific data that will equip Everest with new insights to target high-potential exploration areas and advance resource discovery at Mt Edon.
Executive Comments
Executive Chairman and CEO Mark Caruso stated, “This is an excellent opportunity for the Company to strengthen its collaboration with renowned research institutes, following our successful partnership with ECU’s Mineral Research Recovery Centre and the recent submission of patent flowsheet. Advancing the Mt Edon Critical Minerals Project through Australian Government R&D initiatives, with access to world-class researchers and modern facilities at CSIRO, will enhance our understanding of rubidium and lithium characterisation, support improvements in rubidium recovery and advance the exploration program at the Mt Edon Project.”
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