| Title |
Towards carbon neutrality: Improving resource efficiency of the rare earth elements in China |
| ID_Doc |
7063 |
| Authors |
Ge, ZW; Geng, Y; Dong, FL; Liang, JJ; Zhong, C |
| Title |
Towards carbon neutrality: Improving resource efficiency of the rare earth elements in China |
| Year |
2022 |
| Published |
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| DOI |
10.3389/fenvs.2022.962724 |
| Abstract |
Rare earth elements (REEs) are essential for promoting clean energy technologies and making high-performance materials because of their unique physical and chemical properties. In order to respond to climate change, the Chinese government has promised to achieve carbon neutrality before 2060. Under such a circumstance, the demand for REEs will increase significantly. However, several challenges exist in current REEs supply chain management in China. This policy brief discusses these challenges from a life cycle perspective, covering REEs mining, smelting, manufacturing, waste management, and recycling. Policy recommendations on future REEs supply chain management are then proposed, including adequate mining quota, a strategic REEs list, innovative high-tech applications, and circular economy. |
| Author Keywords |
rare earth elements; supply chain management; carbon neutrality; policy implication; high-tech industry |
| Index Keywords |
Index Keywords |
| Document Type |
Other |
| Open Access |
Open Access |
| Source |
Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED) |
| EID |
WOS:000860284400001 |
| WoS Category |
Environmental Sciences |
| Research Area |
Environmental Sciences & Ecology |
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