Critical Materials Supply Chain

Defect‐Enriched NiCoMnOx/Attapulgite Catalyst Derived from Spent Lithium Ion Battery for Efficient Toluene Oxidation

The conversion of spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) into valuable catalysts addresses a pressing environmental challenge: the efficient removal of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like toluene. As the new energy sector

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/ 2 Oct 2025

Defect‐Enriched NiCoMnOx/Attapulgite Catalyst Derived from Spent Lithium Ion Battery for Efficient Toluene Oxidation

Entrepreneurs, Not Government, Will Solve the Pollution Problems — No Tax Increases, No Government Restrictions

Capitalists are often scapegoated for pollution, yet their drive for profit has historically led to significant environmental improvements. Over the past century, businesses have become increasingly efficient, producing less pollution

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/ 2 Oct 2025

Entrepreneurs, Not Government, Will Solve the Pollution Problems — No Tax Increases, No Government Restrictions

EV Batteries Plant Construction Industry Business Report 2025: Market to Reach $24 Billion by 2030 - Government Incentives and Emission Regulations Accelerate Expansion

The burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) market is poised for significant growth, with the EV batteries plant construction sector projected to reach $24 billion by 2030. This expansion is primarily fueled

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/ 2 Oct 2025

EV Batteries Plant Construction Industry Business Report 2025: Market to Reach $24 Billion by 2030 - Government Incentives and Emission Regulations Accelerate Expansion

Role of commodities in global trade and economy

Commodities are fundamental to global trade and economic stability, serving as the backbone of commerce across various sectors. Defined as basic goods that are interchangeable, commodities include energy sources like

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/ 2 Oct 2025

Role of commodities in global trade and economy

China’s multi-purpose export controls raise pressure on Europe to derisk

China's recent expansion of export controls on rare earth elements (REEs) has significant implications for global supply chains, particularly in Europe. By shifting its strategy from narrowly defined

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/ 2 Oct 2025

China’s multi-purpose export controls raise pressure on Europe to derisk

Beijing’s rare-earths export licensing system: delays by design?

China's recent imposition of export controls on rare earth elements (REEs) has created significant challenges for European importers, raising critical questions about the opacity and efficiency of Beijing&

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/ 2 Oct 2025

Beijing’s rare-earths export licensing system: delays by design?

China’s rare-earths export controls hit EU rearmament – but open a strategic window

China's recent export controls on rare earth elements (REE) pose significant challenges for the European Union, particularly impacting its defense capabilities. The EU's reliance on China

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/ 2 Oct 2025

China’s rare-earths export controls hit EU rearmament – but open a strategic window

Lithium-Ion Battery Materials Market Outlook & Growth 2032

The Lithium-Ion Battery Materials Market is poised for significant growth, driven by the increasing demand for energy storage solutions across various sectors. As industries pivot towards sustainable energy, the need

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/ 2 Oct 2025

Lithium-Ion Battery Materials Market Outlook & Growth 2032

Freight Power and Economic Growth

Freight power is a critical yet often overlooked driver of economic growth, encompassing various dimensions such as transport infrastructure capacity, logistics efficiency, and regulatory environments. The interplay between these factors

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/ 2 Oct 2025

EVs, cosmetics top list of Korea's leading exports

The transformation of Korea's export landscape is underscored by the remarkable rise of electric vehicles (EVs) and cosmetics, which have supplanted traditional exports like diesel cars and televisions.

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/ 2 Oct 2025

EVs, cosmetics top list of Korea's leading exports

New LS-L&F battery plant completed in Saemangeum

The establishment of the LS-L&F Battery Solution (LLBS) precursor plant in Saemangeum marks a significant milestone in South Korea's efforts to bolster its domestic battery supply

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/ 2 Oct 2025

New LS-L&F battery plant completed in Saemangeum

DRC Export Quotas for Cobalt: Reshaping Global Supply Chains

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is poised to implement new cobalt export quotas, a move that could significantly disrupt global supply chains, particularly in the battery materials sector.

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/ 2 Oct 2025

DRC Export Quotas for Cobalt: Reshaping Global Supply Chains

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