The Blog

Chinese exports of much-needed rare earths decrease

December 02, 2011

Between January and September of this year, China's rare ea...

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Arizona potash positioned to help meet U.S. needs

December 01, 2011

Worldwide demand for potash has increased in recent years, as dev...

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Mining continues to add jobs in New Mexico

November 30, 2011

In October, mining added 1,800 jobs in New Mexico, according to...

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Congressman Amodei Discusses Benefits of American Minerals Mining

November 21, 2011

Nevada is widely recognized as the ‘Silver State,’ ...

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Demand for electronics triggers demand for lithium

November 18, 2011

Spurred by the popularity of portable electronics and electric ve...

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European Commission names minerals critical to advanced energy

November 17, 2011

Shortages of key metals—namely tellurium, indium, gallium...

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New Brookings report highlights minerals potential in Nevada

November 16, 2011

This week, the Brookings Institution released a report outlining ...

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Video: Two Paths for American Mining

November 16, 2011

As the stalled economy pushes Washington closer to a decision o...

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Dependence on Chinese rare earths raises product costs

November 15, 2011

China’s near monopoly on the global rare earths market is incre...

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Idaho nears export record with help from silver

November 14, 2011

Increased demand for Idaho’s precious metals, notably silver, h...

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