China’s economic shift: Pursuing untapped opportunities in critical minerals
As China looks to sustain its economic development following a series of setbacks, Beijing is “pivoting to the South” in search of untapped resources and...
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German Raw Materials Fund implementation at risk due to Ministry disagreement
Last summer, the German Government announced the establishment of a state-run raw materials fund with a capital of one billion euros. The aim was to...
Energy storage: Promoting clean alternatives and job opportunities in carbon-intensive regions
Energy storage is particularly relevant to carbon-intensive and coal regions, as it provides a cleaner alternative to hard-to-abate industries and traditional fossil-fuel-powered thermal plants for...
Europe’s quest for raw material autonomy: Navigating regulatory concerns in the mining industry
The European Commission is swiftly addressing Europe’s reliance on imported raw materials, but industry concerns loom over the continued use of ‘hazard-based assessments’ for project...
Uzbekistan announces $500 million investment in rare earth materials projects
Uzbekistan’s president’s press service has announced plans to launch promising projects in rare earth materials with a collective value of $500 million. The country’s geological...
Reshaping supply chains for clean energy: Overcoming challenges and implementing solutions
As the world transitions to clean energy technologies, supply chains are undergoing a transformation, pivoting away from fossil fuels towards non-fossil minerals. From lithium and...
Forging Europe’s course: Enhancing raw materials supply for sustainable development
Europe faces a crucial juncture with profound implications for its ability to realize the objectives outlined in the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), pivotal for...
Transforming Nigeria’s mining sector: Emphasizing local mineral processing
Nigeria’s government has announced a significant policy shift regarding new mining licenses, stating that they will only be granted to companies committed to processing extracted...
Strengthening resource accessibility: Introduction of the Minerals Security Partnership Forum
The launch of the Minerals Security Partnership Forum signals a pivotal moment in the quest to secure essential raw materials crucial for driving the green...
Lithium Chile partners with Eramet for strategic exploration and development initiatives
Lithium Chile Inc. is pleased to announce it has entered into a Farm-In agreement (the “Agreement”) with Eramet, a renowned European mining company recognized as a...