Importance of mineral raw materials for Europe and call for enhanced research
The supply of essential mineral raw materials, such as copper and lithium, is crucial for the European economy and social prosperity. These materials are difficult...
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Serbia’s lithium mining controversy: Government u-turn sparks protests amid EU agreement
The situation in Serbia regarding the Jadar lithium mining project and its subsequent political and social ramifications is quite complex. The Serbian government’s recent decision...
Serbia’s lithium deal with EU sparks controversy over environmental risks and political tensions
On July 19, Serbia and the European Union formalized a strategic partnership on critical raw materials, with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz witnessing the agreement. The...
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....
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...
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...
EU Struggles to meet rare earth mineral targets, imperiling Net Zero Goals and heightening dependency on China
The European Union (EU) is facing significant challenges in meeting its targets for rare earth minerals, according to production forecasts reported by Reuters. Failure to...
Greenland’s strategic minerals: A key to transatlantic energy security
In the global race for green resources, the United States and the European Union have an opportunity to collaborate on Greenland’s substantial mineral wealth. Former...
Securing Europe’s energy future: Addressing strategic dependencies in critical raw materials through ownership insights
The energy transition requires vast quantities of critical raw materials (CRMs), many of which are mined and processed in countries that are geographically and politically...
Serbia revives lithium mining plans: Impact on EU membership and geopolitical strategy
Serbia is aiming to position itself as a significant supplier of lithium in Europe, reviving a contentious mining project that was previously abandoned due to...