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First modification: 02/06/2026 - 19:07 Last modification: 02/06/2026 - 19:07

Rare earths are key for industries such as defense, automotive and electronics, and at the same time they have become a focus of geopolitical tension. China controls about 95% of the world's supply, thanks to its deposits, low labor costs and flexible environmental regulation. A young French-American woman has developed an innovative process to recover rare earths from neon light bulbs and, potentially, other electronic devices, opening the door to their recycling.

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