President signs executive order on critical minerals

The executive order calls for expediting permitting and providing funding and loans for mining projects.

EuRIC: Clean Industrial Deal falls short

The association says the proposed plan fails to link decarbonization with circularity or recognize the role EU recyclers play in cutting carbon emissions and generating resources.

Europe’s WEEE regulations might need a rethink

The Brussels-based WEEE Forum says the EU’s collection tracking methodology does not reward repair and reuse efforts.

Cyclic Materials receives investment from automaker affiliate

Canadian rare earth elements recycler receives $2 million in funding from Jaguar Land Rover investment arm InMotion Ventures.

RecycLiCo eyes research rather than new projects

In letter to shareholders, the interim CEO says the company intends to explore recycling-adjacent opportunities in the critical mineral space.

Tariffs likely rising on inbound steel, aluminum and copper

Even if the Trump White House pulls back from “universal” tariffs, the three most commonly recycled metals seem poised for domestic protection.

DOE to invest $17M in critical minerals supply chain

The investment is intended to derisk solutions to boost domestic production and recovery of these minerals.