Rare-earth elements (REEs)

Source:  TH Subject:   Economics Context: Rare-earth elements are drawing global attention as essential inputs for green technologies, electronics, and defence systems, amid supply-chain vulnerabilities. About Rare-earth elements (REEs): What they are? Rare-earth elements are a group of 17 metallic elements comprising the 15 lanthanides (lanthanum to lutetium) plus scandium and yttrium, known for their unique …

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 9 November 2024

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 9 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …

World’s First CO₂-to-Methanol Conversion Plant

Source: DD News  Context: NTPC, India’s largest power producer, launched the world’s first CO₂-to-methanol conversion plant at its Vindhyachal facility, marking a significant advancement in carbon management and green fuel technologies. About CO₂-to-Methanol Conversion Process: Carbon capture: CO₂ emissions from industrial processes are captured directly from flue gases. Catalytic reaction: The captured CO₂ reacts with …