The bulk of world cobalt (Co) output is as a by-product of extracting nickel (Ni) and copper (Cu). Cobalt is a transition metal featuring unique physical properties which makes its use critical the manufacture of rechargeable batteries.

FRAME is actively investigating the known occurrences of Co in Europe and concerned with finding new sources of this important metal that is needed to achieve, in part, the objectives of the Green Deal.

The paper can be seen here: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mineng.2020.106656.