Occurrences of energy critical elements; Lithium - Cobalt and Graphite in Europe, a preliminary overview

In the EU, preliminary data show that there are 1167 registered occurrences, prospects or deposits of Li, Co and graphite, of these only 17 are active. This compilation is part of work package 5 of the FRAME project (Forecasting and Assessing Europe's Strategic Raw Materials needs) a section within the framework of the GeoERA project. The data collected classify the occurrences according to their genetic type, their occurrence type and production status. The data have been collected from geological survey national databases and in this compilation we regard all Co deposits with a mean Co >100ppm as potential occurrences for Co. For the other commodities, Li bearing minerals or graphite must be positively identified or explored for to be included.