UK 2024 Criticality Assessment lists 34 vital minerals for economic security
The UK 2024 Criticality Assessment has identified 34 minerals as “critical” out of 82 materials assessed, marking a significant increase from the 2021 assessment, which...
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Australia introduces Critical Minerals Tax Incentive to strengthen global market position
The Australian government introduced the Critical Minerals Production Tax Incentive (CMPTI) to Parliament, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s efforts to establish itself as...
Navigating challenges in critical minerals: India’s strategy for economic and technological growth
In an exclusive conversation with DH’s Gyanendra Keshri, Deependra Singh, Chairman and Managing Director of IREL (India) Limited, highlights the growing importance of critical minerals...
Europe’s struggle to secure Africa’s critical minerals in a growing global competition
The European Union (EU) faces significant challenges in securing a steady supply of critical minerals from Africa, despite the continent holding about 30% of the...
China’s dominance and vulnerabilities in critical mineral supply chains: A path to global cooperation
China is a dominant force in critical mineral refining but faces its own supply challenges, underscoring the complexities of global dependencies on these resources. As...
Overcoming critical mineral supply challenges: The role of recycling in the energy transition
Technologies essential for achieving net-zero emissions, such as batteries, solar, wind, nuclear and hydrogen power generation, rely heavily on critical minerals. However, a new report...
Canada’s critical mineral strategy: Securing resources for a sustainable future
Critical minerals are the backbone of modern society. They are found in the devices we use every day—smartphones, laptops, electric vehicles—and in essential infrastructure like...
IEA report: Increased recycling of critical minerals can reduce mining needs and support energy transition
A new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) outlines how ramping up the recycling of critical minerals could play a key role in the...
Seven strategic recommendations to strengthen U.S. critical minerals security and reduce reliance on China
The United States has recognized the growing risks posed by its reliance on China for critical minerals, which are essential for national security, economic competitiveness...
IEA and India’s Ministry of Mines sign agreement to boost collaboration on critical minerals
The International Energy Agency (IEA) and India’s Ministry of Mines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster closer collaboration on critical minerals—key materials...