They’re called “rare earth elements” — but most of them aren’t rare at all. In this deep dive, we reveal which element truly ...

A recent discovery of a rare element in lunar soil holds the potential to radically alter the production of batteries. This article examines the specifics of this element, the potential benefits and ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The race for rare earth elements is on. For years, China has dominated the industry by investing in both extraction and production of an essential ingredient for everything from ...

Rare Earth Elements (REEs) play a pivotal role in modern technology, and their geochemical behaviour is of considerable scientific and economic interest. The processes that govern their mobilisation, ...

A more efficient and environmentally friendly approach to extracting rare earth elements that power everything from electric vehicle batteries to smartphones could increase domestic supply and ...

Deep in an underground, World War II-era vault on the outskirts of Frankfurt, Germany, investment manager Louis O'Connor guards his firm's most valuable assets. The treasure inside? Rare earth ...