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Rare Earth Elements Are Trending. Will They Drive Latin America’s Next Mining Boom?
The region has the ideal mix of these vital inputs for green technology—but low prices and permitting lags stand in the way.
The region has the ideal mix of these vital inputs for green technology—but low prices and permitting lags stand in the way.