Securing Europe’s rare metal supply: Sweden’s strategic contribution
As Europe endeavors to achieve its climate and sustainability objectives while reducing dependence on a single dominant power, particularly in the realm of rare metals,...
Category : Technology
EU projects revolutionize resource management: Turning waste into valuable assets
In the western Irish city of Limerick, a pioneering experiment is underway to address industrial waste while paving the way for Europe’s recycling ambitions. At...
Ireland’s ISIF invests €30m in sustainable mining projects
The Ireland Strategic Investment Fund (ISIF) has unveiled a €30m investment into the Irish Minerals Fund, a vehicle dedicated to sustainable mining projects in the...
Trends and challenges in the battery industry in Germany
The battery industry is advancing steadily, driven by the increasing electrification of vehicles and the expansion of renewable energy sources. This growth in global demand...
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) announces near completion of bauxite residue pilot plant in Abu Dhabi
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) has announced the anticipated completion of its bauxite residue pilot plant in Al Taweelah, Abu Dhabi, later this year. The plant,...
Vulcan Energy commences domestic lithium production in Europe
Vulcan Energy’s announcement marks a significant milestone for Europe’s battery supply chain security. The commencement of lithium chloride production from a local resource in Europe...
Ascend Elements and Elemental Strategic Metals forge alliance for advanced EV battery recycling in Europe
Ascend Elements, a U.S. firm, and Elemental Strategic Metals from Poland have established a joint venture named AE Elemental to recycle electric vehicle batteries. Their...
Rio Tinto partners with Founders Factory to foster mining technology innovation
Rio Tinto, a leading mining corporation, has unveiled plans to support the advancement and commercialization of groundbreaking mining technologies. Teaming up with Founders Factory, a...
Vanadium Resources inks off-take agreement with major Chinese producer, advances South African operations
Vanadium Resources (VR8), an ASX-listed junior company with a focus on South Africa, has announced a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for off-take with Panjin Hexiang...
Advancing US-Africa collaboration for critical mineral supply chain diversification: Strategies and recommendations
A senior study group convened by the United States Institute of Peace has delved into the pivotal role Africa plays in diversifying US critical mineral...