Investments are flowing into mining and research projects with twelve international partners, including strategic collaborations for lithium, synthetic graphite, and rare earth elements.
Neo Performance and Cyclic Materials: Non-binding Memorandum of Understanding for Recycling Rare Earth Magnet Materials
With the help of the precious metal ruthenium, rubber gloves are being given a new purpose in the fight against greenhouse gases.
Lynas will be allowed to operate its refinery in Malaysia for another ten years. However, the decision comes with a significant twist: by 2031, no radioactive residues may be generated in the element separation processes.
From Brasília to Seoul, countries are ramping up efforts to challenge China’s dominance in rare earths.
Europe’s raw material supply could also benefit from the free trade agreement in the long term.