Newsletters
Rhyolite Ridge Q2 Newsletter - May 2025
We are pleased that the Esmeralda County Commission unanimously adopted a development agreement with Ioneer in April of 2025. The agreement provides approximately $5- 7 million in County benefits during the period beginning once Ioneer begins to have meaningful impact in Fish Lake Valley and continuing through the time that Esmeralda County is receiving significant tax receipts related to the project with a primary focus on public safety.
We are thankful to those who joined us at our May 8 Rhyolite Ridge Community Meeting in Fish Lake Valley where we announced our 2025 Ioneer Sustainable World Scholars, and were thrilled to participate in Career Day at Fish Lake Valley Elementary.
With all major permits secured and a $996 million conditional loan from the U.S. Department of Energy in place, Ioneer remains in a strong position and look forward to securing the right partner - or partners - to provide the necessary investment and long-term support to bring this world-class resource into production.
Rhyolite Ridge Q1 Newsletter - February 2025
It has been a busy and momentous few months for us at Ioneer following receipt of the Record of Decision for the Project and executing of a loan from the Department of Energy, we look towards formalizing our Development Agreement with Esmeralda County and hosting a groundbreaking and community celebration later in 2025.
Rhyolite Ridge Q4 Newsletter - November 2024
After years of working alongside local, state, and federal stakeholders, including the residents of Esmeralda County, we're pleased to share that the Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project received its final permit approval from the Bureau of Land Management on October 24, 2024.
In this edition we cover this important announcement and take a look at what's next regarding project development. Ioneer's HR Generalist Shelly Jackson also pens an article on her experience as being a first time EV owner, and we provide an overview regarding our strategies and commitments regarding Project-related transportation.
Rhyolite Ridge Q3 Newsletter - August 2024
We are nearing a significant milestone for Ioneer and the Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project, and we thank all of you for your ongoing support and patience over the last many years. In this edition we provide an update on the NEPA permitting process which is expected to conclude in October of this year. Also covered is a recent collaboration with Caterpillar Inc. in their "Pathways to Sustainability Program", a recent award announcement from the Economic Development Administration and the infusion of resources into Nevada's Tech Hub for workforce development and Tribal engagement activities, and more.
Rhyolite Ridge Q2 Newsletter - May 2024
The publication of the Rhyolite Ridge Project Draft EIS in April, 2024 represented a significant step towards the Project receiving a Record of Decision from the BLM, currently projected to be issued in 2024. We would like to thank all of those who attended the BLM meetings held in early May to provide comments to the BLM – it is important that your voice continues to be heard to ensure that the Rhyolite Ridge Project is designed in a manner that takes into account feedback from all stakeholders including the local communities.
In this edition of the newsletter we also provide an update on recent activities at the Tiehm’s Buckwheat Conservation Center, announce our 2024 Ioneer Sustainable World Scholars, and more.
Rhyolite Ridge Q1 Newsletter - February 2024
Discover the latest news and upcoming milestones at Rhyolite Ridge in our Q1 2024 newsletter.
From steady progress in the NEPA permitting process to an exciting partnership with EcoPro Innovation, we’re paving the way for sustainable lithium production. We also provide details on how High School students graduating in 2024 can apply for our Sustainable World Scholarship, introduce you to our newest team member Shelly Jackson, and delve into our commitment to local community development. Join us for upcoming events and stay engaged as we shape a brighter, greener future together. Read on for all the details!
Rhyolite Ridge Q4 Newsletter - November 2023
The progress we’ve made in the Rhyolite Ridge Project’s permitting process during this year has been significant. We eagerly anticipate the publication of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), which marks the next major milestone in this journey.
We continue our ‘Get to Know the Ioneers’ feature with a focus on two new members of our geology and mining teams, provide an update on our ongoing consultation and work with the Esmeralda County Commission which recently resulted in a road maintenance agreement for the primary access road, and provide a recap and a look ahead to upcoming community events.
These stories and more are covered in this edition of the Rhyolite Ridge Quarterly Newsletter.
Rhyolite Ridge Q3 Newsletter - August 2023
The Rhyolite Ridge Project’s permitting process continued over the summer, and we continue to work closely with the Bureau of Land Management and other parties as we await the next major milestone – the publication of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS). We continue our ‘Get to Know the Ioneers’ feature with a focus on our process team, discuss a recent report released from the International Energy Agency on Critical Minerals, and provide a note on a recent grant awarded to UNR focused on advancing the circular economy for lithium batteries within the State.
These stories and more are covered in this edition of the Rhyolite Ridge Quarterly Newsletter.
Rhyolite Ridge Q2 Newsletter - May 2023
Over the last quarter there have been several positive developments here at Ioneer and the Rhyolite Ridge Project.
We were pleased to host a grand opening of the Tiehm’s Buckwheat Conservation Center on May 3 – a culmination of many years of work from our environmental team. And earlier this month we were proud to announce a partnership with Reno-based Dragonfly Energy, resulting in Nevada sourced lithium being used for Nevada manufactured batteries.
These stories and more are covered in this edition of the Rhyolite Ridge Quarterly Newsletter.
Rhyolite Ridge Q1 Newsletter - February 2023
The past few months have been an eventful and exciting time for the development of the Rhyolite Ridge Project. In December the Bureau of Land Management announced its Notice of Intent (NOI) to draft an Environmental Impact Statement commencing the final stage of the federal permitting process.
We also announced a conditional commitment from the Department of Energy Loan Programs Office, and have completed construction of a greenhouse dedicated to conservation and research of Tiehm’s buckwheat.
In this edition of the newsletter we discuss all of the above and more.