In a significant milestone for Ghana’s burgeoning lithium industry, Atlantic Lithium Limited has received an environmental permit from Ghana’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its flagship Ewoyaa Lithium Project. This marks a crucial step forward for the African-focused exploration company, bringing it closer to developing Ghana’s first lithium mine.
The permit, granted after a thorough review of the company’s Mine and Process Environment Impact Statement (EIS), signifies the EPA’s approval of the project’s proposed operations. It is a major achievement in the regulatory process that clears the path for advancing the Ewoyaa project. The final EIS submission incorporated feedback from the EPA, addressing concerns raised during public hearings held in February and June 2024. These hearings, conducted in the project’s local communities of Ewoyaa and Krofu, saw strong local support, reflecting the importance of the project for the region’s economic development.
Neil Herbert, Executive Chairman of Atlantic Lithium, emphasized the significance of the permit, calling it a “major step towards the construction of Ghana’s first lithium mine.” He praised the collaborative process with the EPA and the local community, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainable and responsible operations.
With the EPA permit now secured, Atlantic Lithium is poised to move forward with the final steps toward construction. The successful development of the Ewoyaa Lithium Project is set to position Ghana as a key player in the global lithium market, aligning with the growing demand for critical minerals essential to the clean energy transition. The company’s progress underscores the potential for Africa to become a leading supplier of lithium, a vital component in electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy technologies.
As Atlantic Lithium looks toward achieving shovel-readiness, this project represents a significant opportunity not only for Ghana’s mining industry but also for the global supply chain of green technologies.
