China is currently the biggest producer of rare earth elements (REE) in the world. Giving them the upperhand over a range of raw materials used in electronic equipment such as mobile phones and motor vehicles.
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Alternative Materials For Handicrafts & Furniture Industry Sought, Amid Depleting Resources
The Philippine forests were once among the richest in the world, in terms of density and diversity of tree species, decades back.
Wild Tiger Grass – Source Of Raw Materials In Making ‘Tambo’ Brooms
One hectare of land could accommodate 5,000 tiger grass seedlings, using a 1 meter by 2 meters spacing.