In 2024, the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA) came into force. The regulation is intended to secure Europe's supply of critical raw materials, especially minerals and metals such as lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. The EU is therefore focusing on reducing its dependence on third count...
Source: [Phys.org](https://phys.org/news/2026-08-eu-lithium-rare-earths-sidelined.html)