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Scientists produce high-grade rare earths from coal

Scientists from the University of Kentucky have produced nearly-pure rare earth concentrates from coal, using an environmentally-conscious and cost-effective process. After receiving more than $7 million in funding from the US Department of Energy, lead researcher and professor of mining...

Australia’s top pension boosts critical minerals to $8 billion

In January, AustralianSuper said it would double its lithium exposure in the next five years.

Bloomberg News | May 15, 2024 | 10:23 am

Biden adds tariffs on Chinese critical minerals, EVs

The tariff rate on natural graphite and permanent magnets will increase from zero to 25% in 2026.

Staff Writer | May 14, 2024 | 8:55 am

CRMA: Rare earth elements a potential blindspot for EU policymakers and industry – report

The outlook for rare earths is concerning, with the region unlikely to meet 2030 extraction or processing targets across the entirety of the value chain, Adamas Intelligence warns.

Amanda Stutt | May 13, 2024 | 9:45 am

Critical minerals targeted as Australia boosts resource hunt

Australia will spend A$566 million ($373 million) over the coming decade to map out resource deposits.

Bloomberg News | May 8, 2024 | 7:41 am

Scientists produce high-grade rare earths from coal

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Australia’s top pension boosts critical minerals to $8 billion

Biden adds tariffs on Chinese critical minerals, EVs

CRMA: Rare earth elements a potential blindspot for EU policymakers and industry – report

Critical minerals targeted as Australia boosts resource hunt