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Meet the Metal Behind Stronger Steel, Cleaner Energy, and Modern Defence - Molybdenum
Picture of Molybdenum - By Alchemist-hp (Wikipedia)
Molybdenum, or “moly”, as it is called in the industry, is a one of the unsung heroes of our modern industrial time. A quiet enabler, powering the industry and the energy transition from the shadows, often overlooked and little spoken about.
6 days ago


"The Global North is the primary consumer of minerals that are largely extracted in the Global South" - interview with energy transition photographer Tom Hegen
German aerial photographer Tom Hegen provides an overview of our earth’s surface that has been transformed by the impact of human presence. new book on the extraction of minerals for energy transition The Mineral Age
Jan 27


“In my view, the doubts about the energy transition are unfounded.” -Interview with energy and climate law attorney Roberta Isermeyer
Roberta Isermeyer is a lawyer specializing in energy and climate law and supports companies in the energy sector on regulatory questions around grid connections and the transformation of the energy system.
Jan 26


Why Informal Doesn’t Mean Illegal : Insights from Stefan de Linde on Making Traceability Work
What often gets missed in reports is just how entrepreneurial and organized e-waste treatment really is on the ground. In many developing countries, demand and supply is driven by highly experienced individuals.
Oct 28, 2025


Pollutec 2025 – Highlights from a week in Lyon
We were part of the Berlin Partner delegation for Pollutec 2025! Our week of exchanges, conferences and exploration summed up in this article
Oct 17, 2025


Recycling permanent magnets: chasing a moving target?
Recycling permanent magnets is essential — but far from enough. As demand for rare-earth materials surges, securing a sustainable magnet supply requires more than better recycling. This article explores the limits of current recycling technologies, the geopolitical and environmental trade-offs of mining, and how eco-design and innovation could reshape the future of permanent magnet supply.
Oct 17, 2025
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