EU circular economy action plan and enhanced product regulations
In March 2020, the European Commission unveiled the Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP), a comprehensive set of policy measures geared towards fostering a sustainable and...
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Advancements in EU policies: Critical raw materials strategy and action
In 2008, the European Commission initiated the Raw Materials Initiative, marking the inception of a comprehensive strategy aimed at securing access to raw materials on...
The significance of aluminium, challenges in supply chain diversity and recycling prospects
In the pursuit of a greener future, aluminium stands as a pivotal player, revolutionizing industries by enhancing product efficiency through weight reduction. This versatile metal,...
Exploring the crucial role of rare earth elements
Rare earth elements are a group of 17 chemical elements that are crucial components in many modern technologies, and particularly in the engines of electric...
Empowering e-mobility: Lithium’s crucial role amidst dependency and recycling imperatives
Lithium plays a key role in batteries, notably in large traction batteries that are used for e-mobility. Because lithium has the lowest atomic mass of...
Deciphering Europe’s critical raw materials puzzle: Advancing circular economy solutions
The significant increase in demand for raw materials has largely been driven by the green transition, as Europe focuses its efforts on shifting towards a...
Resolving Europe’s critical raw materials conundrum: Embracing circular economy approaches
The green transition is creating a rapid increase in demand for often-rare commodities such as critical raw materials (CRMs), many of which were of little...
Indonesia’s nickel industry: Navigating challenges and opportunities in the electric vehicle landscape
The recent acquisition of PT Vale Indonesia, a nickel miner, by state-owned mining holding company MIND ID has solidified the Indonesian government’s influence in the...
EU Horizon R&D initiatives centered on significant mineral resources
European Union’s Horizon 2020 program, which was the biggest EU Research and Innovation program with nearly €80 billion of funding available over 7 years (2014...
Power Metal Resources broadens global presence via Power Arabia
Power Metal Resources is making strides in broadening its international project portfolio, particularly in the Arabian Gulf region, through its subsidiary Power Arabia. A recent...