Rare Earth Elements: Uncovering the Truth Behind Their Name and Scarcity When Swedish lieutenant-turned-rockhound Carl Axel Arrhenius picked up an odd black stone near the village of Ytterby, little did he know that his discovery would pave the way for a group of minerals that would revolutionize modern technology. These elements, known as rare earths, are anything […]
US extracts rare earths from hard drives, strikes blow to China’s dominance
US Extracts Rare Earths from Hard Drives, Strikes Blow to China’s Dominance With rare earth exports caught in the crossfire of rising U.S.–China tariffs, the global tech industry has been facing significant challenges. These essential minerals are critical components in the production of everything from smartphones to electric vehicles, making them a strategic asset in […]
Tesla co-founder’s firm to recycle old batteries for rare earths to beat China curbs
Tesla Co-Founder’s Firm to Recycle Old Batteries for Rare Earths to Beat China Curbs Shared mobility company Lime has turned to Redwood Materials, a company founded by Tesla co-founder JB Straubel. Redwood Materials aims to tackle a pressing environmental issue while also securing a supply of rare earth materials crucial for electric vehicles. With China […]
China freezes rare earth exports, choking global tech and defense supply chains
China Freezes Rare Earth Exports, Choking Global Tech and Defense Supply Chains The U.S.-China trade war has entered a dangerous new phase of geopolitical arm-twisting. On April 2018, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology announced plans to limit the export of rare earth elements, crucial components in the manufacturing of high-tech products like smartphones, […]
GreenMet, Tanbreez strike deal for Greenland rare earths amid Trump’s takeover push
GreenMet and Tanbreez Partner for Greenland Rare Earths Amid Trump’s Takeover Push U.S. firm GreenMet, on Thursday, announced a landmark partnership with Tanbreez, marking a major step in the quest for rare earth minerals in Greenland. The collaboration comes at a crucial time, amidst growing concerns over the supply chain of these critical minerals and […]