Enormous potential for rare Earth elements found in US coal ash

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 20, 2024

Coal ash, the residue left after coal is burned for energy, has accumulated across the United States for decades. Researchers from The University of Texas at Austin have discovered that this extensive coal ash supply holds a significant amount of rare earth elements, potentially enhancing the national reserve without requiring new mining efforts. "This really exemplifies the 'trash to trea