From ChatGPT4 Dec 2024 14:10
In the Molaoi area of the Peloponnese, significant germanium resources have been identified, primarily associated with zinc mining operations. Rockfire Resources, the exploration company managing the site, has reported high-grade germanium concentrations ranging between 9.0 and 40.0 grams per ton (g/t), with some samples reaching as high as 73.8 g/t. Germanium will likely be recovered as part of the zinc concentrate, which typically contains an average of 117 g/t of germanium.
This discovery positions Molaoi as an important site for germanium extraction, a critical material used in various industries such as electronics, telecommunications, solar cells, and military applications. The project has garnered interest due to its potential economic impact and strategic importance for reducing Europe's dependency on imports of critical raw materials, especially as China dominates the global germanium supply chain. Further exploratory drilling and economic viability studies are planned to determine the full extent of the resource