The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announces major energy policy changes, including rescinding renewable energy incentives, streamlining oil and gas leasing, and fast-tracking permits.
Low-grade copper ores could finally pay off. A biotech twist on extraction is speeding up recovery—and cutting the need for harsh chemicals.
New lithium recovery results from Nevada suggest major cost savings. The process could help scale U.S. supply for EV and battery markets.
North of Fairbanks, hundreds of workers at Alaska’s biggest gold mine dig up, haul, crush and grind thousands of tons of ore each day, year-round. The sprawling Fort Knox mine consumes $40 million worth of power every year — more than any other business in the state.
Harita Nickel faces scrutiny as leaked documents reveal decade-long chromium-6 pollution at its Indonesian site supplying EV giants, despite public denials.
With a new directive, Trump accelerates U.S. entry into deep-sea mining, challenging U.N. efforts to regulate the emerging industry.
Terra Innovatum is merging with GSR III to go public. The deal supports commercialization of its SOLO micro-reactor by 2028.
Toxic metals now taint 16% of cropland, affecting key food regions. Agribusiness faces rising risks to production and trade stability.
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The initiative, led by NCC, will centralize 16,000 tons of annual waste—including large volumes of metal and iron scrap—on a 40,000-square-meter site designed for sorting, recycling, and hazardous material handling.
Yupik community seeks UN help as Cold War military sites in Alaska continue to leak toxic waste and threaten Indigenous health.
New research finds joint implant metals in brain fluid. The discovery raises fresh concerns over long-term implant safety and monitoring.
Milford Mining is investing $100M to expand copper operations in Utah. The move supports U.S. mineral supply goals and clean energy growth.
Effective response requires alignment across sustainability, supply chain, compliance, and executive leadership.
Severe water shortages in the Lithium Triangle could disrupt battery production. New data shows freshwater inflow is lower than previously estimated.
The recent fire is a clear and troubling example of the real-world dangers associated with the improper disposal of lithium-ion batteries.
Hydro commits $154M to boost low-carbon aluminium output in Norway, supporting Europe’s critical power grid and renewable energy infrastructure.
The Defense Logistics Agency’s metals recovery program cuts costs and boosts sustainability by recapturing silver and other critical materials for reuse.
A UK-developed manganese-rich LMFP cathode could enhance EV battery performance, offering faster charging and greater energy density.
As tariffs loom and global currency values fluctuate, goods from these top US trade partners may shift in price. OANDA used Census data to see how top import prices and currency values may shift amid tariff fluctuations and ongoing uncertainty.