Critical Raw Materials News

The latest critical raw materials news from organisations exploring new and innovative ways to extract rare earth elements, lithium, nickel, graphite, helium and other materials essential to the functioning and integrity of a wide range of industrial ecosystems.

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Critical Raw Materials21st January 2026

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World-leading rare earth magnet recycling facility launches in UK

Critical Raw Materials16th January 2026

A new rare earth magnet recycling facility at the University of Birmingham uses a hydrogen-based process developed by its researchers.

Four Corners Helium discuss the latest trends, technologies and innovations advancing helium exploration

Critical Raw Materials15th January 2026

Four Corners Helium discusses trends in helium exploration, commodity bundling, tech advancements, market risks, and innovative new uses.

Critical Raw Materials in Canada

Brazil Lake Lithium Project: Unlocking Canada’s critical minerals potential

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Brazil Lake lithium project: Maiden mineral resource estimate

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Facilitating the energy transition through lithium and rare earth exploration

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Goldfields: Identifying critical mineral deposits to power the green energy transition

Revolutionising the US lithium industry: Unlocking the Salton Sea geothermal region

Critical Raw Materials 22nd April 2024

Following the publication of its comprehensive analysis into lithium at the Salton Sea geothermal area, The Innovation Platform spoke to the Geothermal Technologies Office at the U.S. Department of Energy about this promising opportunity and its potential implications.

Scandium: The element that could revolutionise clean energy

Critical Raw Materials 18th April 2024

Scandium's rarity belies its potential to redefine clean energy—discover how this elusive element could fuel a sustainable future.

Innovating for tomorrow: EIT RawMaterials paves the way for Europe’s green transition

Critical Raw Materials 16th April 2024

EIT RawMaterials is collaborating with policymakers and industry to ensure Europe’s critical materials industry meets its sustainable goals.

Helix Exploration climbs AIM stock exchange following oversubscribed IPO

Critical Raw Materials 10th April 2024

Helix Exploration PLC has climbed the London's AIM stock exchange following oversubscribed IPO. Find out more.

The vital uses of helium in scientific research

Critical Raw Materials 9th April 2024

Learn about the crucial uses of helium across scientific research, from medical applications to particle physics and space exploration.

European aluminium recycling boosted with RecAL project

Critical Raw Materials 8th April 2024

The AIT is leading the European Union RecAL project that focuses on aluminium recycling for sustainability and resource efficiency.

The outlook for development of Canada’s rare earths

Critical Raw Materials 5th April 2024

Learn the potential of Canada’s rare earths and the importance of responsible sourcing to meet increasing demand for clean energy technologies.

ORNL scientists create ‘tug of war’ method to separate lanthanides

Critical Raw Materials 4th April 2024

Learn how Oak Ridge National Laboratory has pioneered a new method for separating critical metals known as lanthanides.

5E Advanced Materials launches commercial production at 5E Boron Americas Complex

Critical Raw Materials 3rd April 2024

5E Advanced Materials, Inc. has announced that commercial operations have begun at the company's industry-leading 5E Boron Americas Complex.

Critical minerals down under: Can Australia lead the world’s critical minerals charge?

Critical Raw Materials 3rd April 2024

Olimpia Pilch of the Critical Minerals Association Australia, discusses the outlook for Australian critical minerals.

Québec rare earths: The Québec Mining Association and the future of mining in the region

Critical Raw Materials 1st April 2024

The Québec Mining Association, an association with 88 years of experience in Québec’s mining landscape, explores the future production of Québec rare earths and plans to promote sustainable mining practices.

EIT launches’ booster call’ for European raw materials start-ups

Critical Raw Materials 28th March 2024

EIT RawMaterials has launched its latest booster call aimed at supporting European raw materials start-ups, scale-ups, and SMEs.

Mink Ventures unveils promising assay results from Warren Project

Critical Raw Materials 26th March 2024

Mink Ventures Corporation has made a significant announcement regarding its latest developments at the Warren Nickel Copper Cobalt Project, situated approximately 35km west of Timmins, Ontario.