Italy’s mining industry: Current resources, potential discoveries and environmental issues
Italy’s mining sector continues to play a role in the extraction of critical raw materials, with 76 active mines, 22 of which are involved in...
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Achieving CRMA Goals: Fraunhofer study highlights need for investment, innovation and international cooperation
The Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), recently enacted by the European Union, aims to bolster the security of the bloc’s raw materials supply by 2030....
Demand for nickel: How the race for energy supply impacts the poor
Nickel is a chemical element essential for the transition to “green” energy. However, its extraction is often associated with environmental issues, as recently highlighted in...
China’s copper smelters face production cuts due to persistent supply shortages
A shortage of copper concentrate this year has prompted several smelters in China to reduce their output, with further reductions expected next year as the...
Serbia and EU seal deal to move forward with controversial Jadar Valley lithium mine amid protests
The signing of the memorandum of understanding between Serbia and the EU on critical raw materials marks a significant step forward for the controversial lithium-mining...
Europe’s path to a green and digital economy: Rising demand for critical raw materials
As Europe accelerates its transition towards a green and digital economy, the demand for Critical Raw Materials (CRMs) such as lithium, nickel, rare earth elements...
Funding Europe’s critical raw materials: Addressing investment needs for sustainable extraction
Bernd Schäfer, CEO of EIT Raw Materials, advocates for substantial investment in Europe’s mining sector following the implementation of the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA)....
The global challenge of nickel mining: Balancing supply and environmental responsibility
Nickel is poised as a critical element in the global shift towards green energy, yet its extraction poses significant environmental challenges, recently highlighted by controversies...
Portugal’s focus on copper and lithium in green transition strategy
Portugal is positioning itself strategically in the green transition by emphasizing the exploration of critical raw materials, with copper potentially outweighing lithium in importance, according...
Ukraine’s role in global critical raw material supply chains: Navigating geopolitical challenges
Ukraine‘s role in global supply chains for critical raw materials is increasingly pivotal amidst ongoing geopolitical challenges. These include the Russian invasion of Ukraine, China-US...