EU’s dilemma: Unveiling China’s hidden mineral strategy and its policy implications
In the midst of the EU’s efforts to reduce reliance on China for critical mineral supplies, China’s opacity regarding long-term plans for its mineral sector...
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IEA report emphasizes need for more investment despite 2023 price dip in clean energy minerals
Prices for key minerals used in clean energy technologies fell in 2023 as supply outpaced demand, easing pressure on the market. However, a new report...
Europe needs increased investment to secure critical raw materials for EV production
Europe’s reliance on importing the majority of raw materials for electric vehicle (EV) production is proving increasingly unsustainable, leaving its economy vulnerable. This week, the...
Norge Mineraler discovers high-purity phosphate in Norway to boost EU energy transition
The discovery of a significant igneous phosphate deposit in Norway by the mining company Norge Mineraler positions it as a crucial supplier of raw materials...
France’s initiative: Nickel and cobalt refinery to enhance electric vehicle battery supply chain
The French government is endorsing a private sector initiative to establish a nickel and cobalt refinery near Bordeaux, aimed at strengthening the country’s electric vehicle...
Green transition: Easpring Finland’s proposal for cathode active material plant in Kotka
Easpring Finland New Materials Oy, a joint venture between Finnish Minerals Group and Beijing Easpring Material Technology Co., Ltd., has recently applied for an environmental...
EIT RawMaterials reveals €100 million funding to strengthen Europe’s raw materials sector at Raw Materials Summit
EIT RawMaterials’ commitment of €100 million to support high-impact raw materials projects in Europe, announced at the Raw Materials Summit, marks a significant investment in...
EQ Resources achieves record tungsten output despite cyclone disruption
Despite recovering from the impact of cyclone Jasper, EQ Resources (EQR) celebrates a milestone in tungsten production at its Mount Carbine mine in Queensland. The...
Argentina’s mining sector: Thriving amid economic turbulence
Argentina stands out as a compelling mining jurisdiction despite facing significant macroeconomic hurdles. The country’s robust mineral potential and stable, investor-friendly mining policies continue to...
Sweden’s state-owned mining firm unveils Europe’s largest rare earth find
LKAB announced on Thursday the identification of over 1 million tonnes of rare earth oxides in the Kiruna region of northern Sweden, marking the largest...