"What a concept, as fTN and G describe. IMO it would be a smart move for Tesla in its current situation and wanting NA Supply that is long-lived for a unique product, and has currently at a minimum, ½ the resource for 22 years."....>> by LTGB2, yesterday. The attached video interview from Instantel (free) articulates very recent Tier1 corporation--Mining Co signed contracts of off-take aggreements that mirror the Glorieux suggested model. FYI. Note:- the concern about Predatory Chinese strategic Resource acquisition commentary. Peter http://youtu.be/wqCGPdb1loM