Rare earth mining is underway in California’s Mojave Desert
⛏️ Rare earth mining is underway in California’s Mojave Desert.
While China still controls nearly 60% of the world‘s rare earth mining operations, the United States is looking to close the gap over the next decade. China’s dominance in the market poses a threat to the US supply chain and national security risks, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce. MP Materials, a publicly traded mining company that operates the Mountain Pass mine in California, is heading the way for America’s rare earth mining industry. The company's mission is to provide a secure and sustainable supply of these critical materials to customers around the world, while also adhering to environmentally responsible mining practices.
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