Rare earth element extraction bolstered by new research

Llewellyn King: Rare earths are a crisis of government neglect

An adage says, “A stitch in time saves nine.” Indeed. But it is a lesson seldom learned by governments.

Rare earth element extraction bolstered by new research

A more efficient and environmentally friendly approach to extracting rare earth elements that power everything from electric vehicle batteries to smartphones could increase domestic supply and decrease reliance on costly imports.

What to know about the U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal, from the type of rare earths to deposits

The joint economic investment between the U.S. and Ukraine comes after China restricted exports of some rare earth minerals to the U.S.

Trump Signs Controversial Rare Earths Deal With Ukraine, Deepening U.S. Resource Control - teleSUR English

Trump’s rare earths agreement with Ukraine cements U.S. access to critical minerals, raising concerns over sovereignty, peace prospects, and the marginalization of Ukrainian interests as Washington acknowledges Russia’s hold over Crimea. Related: Trump Claims Ukraine “Will Be Crushed Very Soon”: Peace or Pressure on Kyiv? The long-anticipated minerals agreement between the United States and Ukraine was signed this week, granting Washington prefe…

Recycling impacts of renewable energy generation-related rare earth resources: A SWOT-based strategical analysis

As the global energy mix transforms and renewable energy technologies rapidly develop, there has been a significant increase in the demand for rare ea…

Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials (MPI-SusMat) have developed an innovative method for nickel extraction that promises to transform the metallurgical industry. This new, carbon-free and energy-efficient technique could be key to the transition to an electrified economy without compromising environmental sustainability. Nickel is a critical material in electrifying infrastructure and transport systems, as it is use…