What are Rare Earth Metals and Why are They in Demand?

Trump wants rare earth.What are rare earth elements and why are they important? (Reuters) – Rare earth metals are making headlines as demand rises for products from smartphones to wind turbines, and as governments seek secure supply. Here are some basic facts about them: WHAT ARE THEY? Rare earths are a group of 17 elements …

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Shell Mulls Sale of European, US Chemicals Assets, WSJ Reports

(Reuters) – Shell is considering a potential sale of its chemicals assets in Europe and the United States, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday, citing sources familiar with the matter. The energy group has hired Morgan Stanley to conduct a strategic review of its chemicals operations, the report said. Shell and Morgan Stanley declined …

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Trump’s Tariffs Threat Hits Canada’s Oil and Gas Drillers

Summary Canada sends 90% of oil exports to US refiners Canadian drilling sector still not recovered from decade of job losses Retaliatory tariffs would raise cost of drilling inputs CALGARY, March 3 (Reuters) – Canada’s oilfield drilling and services sector is already showing signs of slowing due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs, triggering …

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EPA’s New ERT Requirements for IC Engine Testing: Your Guide to Compliance

Author: Monica Vavra, Reporting Director, Montrose Environmental Group As environmental regulations continue evolving, new electronic reporting requirements are being introduced for emissions testing of internal combustion engines. Electronic reporting, such as reporting done utilizing the EPA’s Electronic Reporting Tool (ERT), has become an essential part of emissions testing and compliance reporting, ensuring that information is …

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How This Game-Changing Partnership is Slashing Methane Emissions at Unprecedented Speed

At Kathairos Solutions, we specialize in delivering scalable, power-free solutions that help oil and gas producers eliminate methane emissions efficiently and cost-effectively. Our ability to rapidly scale is made possible through our strong partnership with Chart Industries, allowing us to maintain a robust inventory and meet customer demand in under six weeks—a significant advantage over …

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Oil Prices Stable as Tariff and Ukraine Uncertainty Dominates Sentiment

• Zelenskiy says he can salvage relationship with Trump • US tariffs on Mexico and Canada to take effect on Tuesday • Chinese manufacturing activity expanded in February LONDON, March 3 (Reuters) – Oil prices were little changed on Monday after registering a monthly loss for the first time since November, while investors await the …

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America’s Battery Industry Tries to Find Its Footing in Trump World

The sector is very much in limbo following a surge in activity during the Biden presidency. By Gabrielle Coppola ‘We Have Work to Do’ Last week, I attended the annual gathering of NaatBaat International, a trade group focused on building a homegrown battery industry in North America. The crowd of startup executives, scientists and consultants was about …

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Why Trump’s Ukraine Minerals Deal with Zelenskiy Is Not an Easy Win

Bloomberg News Trump has sought to pressure Zelenskiy into agreeing to let the US benefit from any of Ukraine’s untapped resources, at a time when Washington is seeking to secure supplies of critical minerals. His pursuit has seen him make some huge demands: At one point he wanted the equivalent of $500 billion from rare earths, …

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Oil Falls on White House Clash, Tariffs, Iraq Exports

Summary • Brent, WTI head for first monthly drop in three months • Iraq to announce resumption of oil exports from Kurdistan region HOUSTON, Feb 28 (Reuters) – Oil prices fell on Friday and were headed for their first monthly drop since November, as markets watched an Oval Office argument between the U.S. and Ukrainian …

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