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Imerys in Exclusive Talks to Sell Minority Stake in French Lithium Project
Imerys is in exclusive talks to sell a minority stake in its €1.8 billion French lithium mine project, with a deal expected by January.
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Polish Government Moves to Cut Copper Mining Taxes and Restructure Coal Sector
Poland plans to reduce taxes on copper mining and enable the phased closure of coal mines as part of a broader economic and energy transition strategy.
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Cornish Lithium Becomes First UK Company to Produce Lithium Hydroxide Monohydrate
Cornish Lithium has produced the UK’s first lithium hydroxide monohydrate, marking a milestone in domestic battery material production and advancing Britain’s push for energy independence.
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U.S.–China Trade Escalation Puts Spotlight on Kazakhstan’s Rare Earth Potential
Amid escalating U.S.–China trade tensions, Kazakhstan is gaining attention as a potential pillar in global rare-earth diversification — a resource-rich state balancing openness, infrastructure limits, and strategic neutrality.
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Tajikistan Targets Role in Global Rare Earth Supply Chain, Eyes Lithium and Antimony Production Expansion
Tajikistan plans to modernize its rare earth facilities and expand lithium, antimony, and copper production, aiming to join the global clean energy metals supply chain.
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Germany Expects EU Approval for €1.75 Billion Coal Exit Compensation to LEAG
Germany expects EU approval for €1.75 billion in compensation payments to LEAG, marking a major step in the country’s coal phase-out and transition efforts in eastern regions.
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EU Grants Poland Derogation to Keep Coal Plants Running Until 2028
The EU has approved a temporary derogation allowing Poland to keep coal-fired power plants in its capacity market until 2028, despite rising pressure to accelerate its energy transition.
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Czech Republic to Close Final Hard-Coal Mine by 2026, Ending an Era of Coal Mining
The Czech Republic will close its final hard-coal mine by 2026, ending more than a century of mining and sparking debate over the region’s green industrial future.
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Slovenia Drafts Law to Close Velenje Coal Mine by 2033, Backed by €1.1 Billion Transition Plan
Slovenia has drafted a law to close the Velenje coal mine by 2033, allocating €1.1 billion to support workers, remediation, and regional transition efforts.
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Montenegro Extends Pljevlja Coal Mine Concession Until 2050
Montenegro has granted a 24.5-year concession for the Pljevlja coal mine, extending lignite production until 2050.