Monash launches critical minerals initiative

By Samantha Bawden

Tuesday, 14 July 2026

NewsTechnology & Innovation

Monash University has launched a major cross-disciplinary initiative aimed at securing Australia’s place in the global critical mineral supply chain.

The MOU supports Metallium’s plan to develop a national network of e-waste processing facilities, strategically located near major e-waste collection hubs, rapidly expanding U.S. data centre industrial parks and regional industrial corridors with strong logistics and waste generation.

China’s energy industries thrive under pressure

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Aquila mine named innovation award finalist

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Underground workers dead after mine explosion

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Two conference stages — double the value at AIMEX 2025

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