2023: Record Expansion of Renewable Energies
According to IRENA, solar and wind power accounted for the lion's share.
2023: Record Expansion of Renewable Energies
Economy
Magnet Recycling: Ionic Begins Full-Scale Rare Earth Oxide Production
Magnet Recycling: Ionic Begins Full-Scale Rare Earth Oxide Production
Belfast plant targeted to produce ten tons of oxides annually from recycled rare earth magnets.
Growing Amounts of Electronic Waste Worldwide – Recycling Lagging Behind
Growing Amounts of Electronic Waste Worldwide – Recycling Lagging Behind
UN report shows billions of euros worth of raw materials are lost. Recycling covers just one percent of the demand for rare earths.
Semiconductors: Intel Secures Almost $20 Billion From the U.S. Government
Semiconductors: Intel Secures Almost $20 Billion From the U.S. Government
The largest single expenditure in the sector, aimed at bolstering the domestic semiconductor industry.
U.S. Offers $850 Million Funding for Australian and Brazilian Rare Earth Projects
U.S. Offers $850 Million Funding for Australian and Brazilian Rare Earth Projects
Loans aim to bolster Western supply chains of critical minerals but are tied to environmental approvals.
Gallium and Germanium: Chinese Exports Decline in January-February
Gallium and Germanium: Chinese Exports Decline in January-February
The export of gallium and germanium from China declined in the first two months of the year.