In the US, efforts are underway to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers for certain key materials. A company in New Hampshire is working to extract critical elements from mining waste. This process involves using a specific method to separate the desired elements.

The goal is to produce these materials domestically, rather than relying on imports. Currently, one country has a strong hold on the processing of these minerals. Further details on this development are available from KSAT 12.

A significant investment is being made to expand the company's capabilities, with a substantial loan allocated for this purpose. The expansion is expected to take over a year to complete.