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The transition to low-carbon energy systems places a spotlight on a small family of metals whose properties are outsized compared to their physical presence. This article examines the role that members of the platinum group play in advancing renewable technologies, the market and supply challenges they face, and the technological and policy pathways that can […]

The race for control over strategic materials has shifted from oil and rare earths to lesser-known but indispensable elements such as gallium and germanium. These metals, once curiosities of mineralogy, now underpin the global electronics and clean-energy revolutions. As nations and corporations scramble to secure reliable access, the patterns of trade, investment and technological development

The transition to low-carbon technologies and the rapid growth of consumer electronics have thrust certain materials into the global spotlight. As scarcity, geopolitical concentration of reserves, and environmental concerns collide, new strategies for securing resources are emerging. This article explores how recycling could reshape the market for rare metals, examines the technical and economic pathways

The rise of neodymium-based permanent magnets represents one of the most consequential material shifts of the 21st century. From powering compact electric motors to enabling high-efficiency wind turbines and precision electronics, these small but powerful components have become central to modern industry, defense, and consumer technology. Their increasing significance touches on economics, geopolitics, sustainability, and

The global demand for technologies such as smartphones, electric vehicles, wind turbines and military systems has driven a rapid increase in extraction of rare and critical metals. These metals — including lithium, cobalt, rare earth elements, tantalum and others — are often concentrated in geographically restricted deposits that are difficult to mine without large-scale disturbance.

The global demand for advanced materials is rising rapidly, driven by technologies such as renewable energy systems, consumer electronics and next-generation transportation. This pressure has turned attention to rare metal extraction as a strategic and environmental priority. Innovations across chemistry, biotechnology, automation and data science are reshaping how industry locates, recovers and refines metals like

The global transition to advanced electronics, renewable energy and next-generation defense systems has made minerals known as rare earths indispensable. While these elements are not especially scarce in the Earth’s crust, the value chain that turns ore into high-purity metals and components is highly concentrated. This article examines how China built and maintained dominance in

The role of graphite in next-generation energy storage spans from the well-established anode material in commercial lithium-ion batteries to emerging functions in solid-state cells, sodium-ion systems, and advanced supercapacitors. As researchers and industry push toward higher performance, faster charging, and more sustainable supply chains, graphite remains central because of its unique combination of layered structure,

The global metals market is undergoing a period of intense adjustment as the rapid expansion of electric vehicle ecosystems and energy storage systems reshapes commodity demand. This transformation has placed nickel squarely in the spotlight: once dominated by stainless steel uses, nickel is now pivotal to the growth of lithium-ion battery chemistries that power modern

The global demand for critical minerals has placed cobalt at the center of conversations about energy transition, high-tech manufacturing and responsible trade. As a key component in many lithium-ion batteries, cobalt’s supply chain touches complex geological, economic and social realities. This article examines the multifaceted challenges of mining cobalt, focusing on the human rights, environmental