Reimagining rare earth elements in a sacrifice zone-free future

We need to rethink how and where we get the materials crucial to a greener energy future Read More

Can Apple close the loop? Tech giant targets 100% recycled material

No more mining: Apple aims to use 100 percent recycled materials to make its iPhones, Macbooks and other electronics products in the future. Read More

Testing their metal: The new tech sector focus on conflict minerals

By the end of 2016, Intel’s complete product line will be validated as “conflict free.” Here’s what others can learn from its initiatives. Read More

Tracing conflict minerals proves elusive — and expensive

From Microsoft to Ford Motor Co., a range of companies are racing to meet stricter U.S. reporting requirements that take full effect next year. Read More

Why care about conflict minerals? Customers and investors do

Far-away raw materials may seem like a simple cog in the supply chain for large businesses, but blatant human rights abuses are both ethically and financially volatile. Read More

Conflict minerals' child labor problem

Do you know if your conflict minerals were mined by minors? Read More

Why aren't more tech companies tracking conflict minerals?

Few electronics brands are harnessing the latest efforts to clean up supply chains. Here's why, and what your company can do. Read More