ATLANTIC Lithium has received an environmental permit from Ghana’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its Ewoyaa Lithium Project, a crucial step towards establishing Ghana’s first lithium mine. This approval follows the submission and thorough review of the company’s Environmental Impact Statement, which was refined through input from both the EPA and the local communities affected by the proposed mining activities.
The Ewoyaa Lithium Project has garnered substantial local support, and the permit represents the EPA’s endorsement of the company’s plans. This milestone comes after the release of a definitive feasibility study in June 2023, which confirmed the project’s economic viability. The study projected the production of 3.6 million tonnes of spodumene concentrate over a 12-year period, solidifying the project’s potential.
Atlantic Lithium’s partnership with Piedmont Lithium is set to accelerate the project’s progress towards production.
Neil Herbert, executive chairman of Atlantic Lithium, commented on the significance of the permit: ‘The granting of the EPA permit is a major step towards the construction of Ghana’s first lithium mine. It follows a collaborative process with the EPA and local residents to ensure alignment with the project’s proposed activities at Ewoyaa.’
Herbert added that the permit reflects Atlantic Lithium’s dedication to responsible environmental stewardship, which is seen as essential for the project’s long-term success. ‘We are delighted to have the full backing of the EPA and our local stakeholders and extend our gratitude to the EPA for their guidance throughout the permitting process.’
This development marks a major advancement for the Ewoyaa Lithium Project, with both the company and its stakeholders eager to move towards the construction phase and eventual production.
Credit: Africa Briefing
