Rare Element Resources Ltd. (TSX:RES,AMEX:REE) announced additional results from drilling at the Wyoming-based Bear Lodge property.
Business Insider reported an interview with analyst Luisa Moreno.
Belmont Resources Inc. (TSXV:BEA,OTC Pink:BEAAF,FWB:L3L) announced that sampling at the Orbit-Crackingstone property revealed the presence of rare earths.
Business Spectator reported that the Steenkampskraal rare earth mine in South Africa is being reopened to meet global demand for REEs.
Renewable Energy World reported that the Geological Society of London sees several factors influencing the supply of rare earths.
Charlotte Observer reported that new companies are working to create technology solutions that don't rely on rare earth elements.
The Economic Voice reported that Afghanistan's rare earth resources may help solve a global supply problem for REEs.
Scientific American reported that a million metric tons of REEs have been mapped in Afghanistan.
The New York Times reported that China's closure of several rare earth mines is hurting the industries that rely on REEs for their products.
Industry Week reported that Afghanistan's Helmand Province could contain 1 million metric tons of REEs.
Thursday, December 22, 2011