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ERMA supporting Mkango in development of rare earth separation plant in Poland

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This plant will be supplied with rare earth carbonate originating from Mkango’s Songwe Hill primary deposit of rare earth elements in Malawi, Africa. The main goal of ERMA, which is co-funded by the European Union, is securing critical raw materials for the European market. Nd / Pr oxides / TREO = 31%).

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Roskill: graphite prices could push higher on tightening markets for batteries & electrodes

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The tight supply/demand situation for graphite electrodes is expected to persist for much longer than many market observers expect. Meanwhile, needle coke is being increasingly diverted into the battery market. Price rises are the result of a perfect storm of conditions in China, Roskill said. Mt in 2017.

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US Census Bureau: annual world population growth slowing, projected to soon slip below 1% for first time since 1950

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In Malawi, for example, the TFR has been dropping for the past 10 years. While specific numbers and trends vary between and within nations, Total Fertility Rates (TFR), the average number of children a woman is expected to have, are generally dropping around the world. Their populations are still growing but at a continually slowing pace.

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Mkango and Metalysis partner to develop 3D-printed rare earth magnets for EVs

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The MOU will combine Mkango’s knowledge about the performance characteristics and future global demand outlook for rare earth magnets with Metalysis’ disruptive, solid-state process, which can generate high margins from the manufacture of metal powders for markets including 3D printing.

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Starlink expands in Africa adding Botswana, Ghana & Kenya

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Starlink is set to expand its market in Africa with upcoming launches in Botswana, Ghana, and Kenya. However, Starlink has obstacles to overcome before launching in the new markets. SpaceX might release a rental plan in Ghana for Starlink services and hardware, similar to its approach in the Kenyan market.

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When "AI for Good" Goes Wrong

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What do AI-enabled rhino collars in South Africa, computer-vision pest-detection drones in the Punjab farmlands, and wearable health devices in rural Malawi have in common? The Market for Tech Altruism In August, the European Union’s legal framework on AI, the AI Act , entered into force. Take AI collars for rhinos.

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Drivers from the world’s poorest cities who keep their windows down are exposed to 80% more air pollution

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The research team investigated PM 2.5 and PM 10 exposure levels inside vehicles during peak hours in the morning and evening, as well as off-peak hours in the middle of the day.

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