Beyond the development of vaccines, demand also exists for additional measures to stem the advance of the COVID-19 pandemic and other novel viral illnesses. In this context, rare earths and technology metals could play a significant role.
The EU intends strengthening the circular flow economy and recycling. But it’s not all that easy. To date, only 1 % of rare earths are being recycled.
Thyssenkrupp supplied the elevators for the One World Trade Center. Neodymium became a problem solver.
Climate neutrality and sustainability are also issues in the mining sector. Solutions for this were presented at Minexpo.
Solar cells not only on open spaces and roofs, but also on cars and mobile devices: Thin-film modules make it possible. Their performance is constantly improving.
Nissan has teamed up with Waseda University to optimize the recycling of rare earths