Coal deposits are known to be a potential source of REEs, and work is underway in the US and elsewhere to separate and concentrate REEs during coal processing
Building on the trends of 2023, a year characterized by a surge in investor scrutiny, regulatory action, and a significant uptick in mining sustainability performance expectations.
This year will see continued opportunity and ongoing pressures in the global mining sector as the world transitions to new energy sources, with risk management among its perpetual challenges.