The EMILI project in Beauvoir, France, has taken a major step forward following the visit of Minister of Industry and Energy Marc Ferracci. Recognised as a project of major national interest, EMILI is home to Europe’s largest lithium deposit and the fourth largest globally.
A recently completed pre-feasibility study revealed a higher-than-expected lithium grade, extending the project’s lifespan from 25 to 50 years. This long-term outlook cements EMILI’s role in bolstering European sovereignty over critical battery materials and supporting the continent’s electric vehicle ambitions.
“Beneath our feet lies a lithium deposit recognised as a project of major national interest, the fourth largest in the world and the largest in Europe,” said Guillaume Delacroix, Senior Vice President Performance Minerals EMEA & APAC.
EMILI benefits from France’s new regulatory framework that accelerates mining development, alongside eligibility for €200 million in tax credits once operations commence. With a focus on high environmental and social standards, the project is poised to become a cornerstone of Europe’s clean energy future.
