The country is considering extending a restriction on cobalt exports to further push up prices. It’s not the only mineral-rich country to try that.

Leaders in Washington have been busy replenishing U.S. stockpiles for war. But they may be more likely to be used in battling climate change.

In his book “The War Below,” Ernest Scheyder explores the tension between intrusive mining and powering our energy transition.

The country has an ambitious goal to reach $12 billion in mining exports in 2023, but industry leaders say they can’t get ahead without reliable electricity.

Journalist and book author Guillaume Pitron explains the barriers to getting those minerals out of the ground and putting them to use.

A new chart shows elements sorted by quantities left on earth rather than weight.