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Overview of the Upcoming Seminar on Rare Metal and Rare Earth Resources

On July 8, 2026, a seminar titled "Current Trends in Rare Metal and Rare Earth Resource Recycling" will be held, organized by the Materials Team of Mizuho Bank's Industrial Research Division and Professor Tsutomu Yamaguchi from Waseda University's Faculty of Science and Engineering. This event emphasizes the critical issues surrounding the supply of rare metals and rare earth materials, which are increasingly becoming a focal point in today's industries due to their vital roles in various technologies and manufacturing processes.

Seminar Context

The increasing reliance on specific countries for raw material supplies poses a significant economic security concern for Japan, as the nation has limited domestic resources. This seminar aims to confront these supply risks head-on and assess the importance of recycling rare metals and rare earth materials to secure a stable supply. The seminar will feature two primary lectures from experts in the field, delving into the latest developments and potential solutions.

Key Lecture Topics

1. Strengthening Resource Circulation of Key Minerals

Speaker: Yuuki Morita, Analyst, Mizuho Bank Materials Team
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:10 PM

In this segment, Morita will provide an overview of the rare metal market and address the importance of recycling in ensuring a sustainable supply. Key points include:

• - Current market overview and the significance of recycling rare metals.
• - Recent trends in lithium-ion battery recycling, both domestically and internationally.
• - The future prospects and directions for lithium recycling.
• - Challenges within the rare earth supply chain.
• - Trends and challenges in magnet recycling.

This talk is essential for professionals seeking to understand the recycling dynamics that will influence the future of the rare metals industry.

2. Advancements in Rare Earth Recycling from Electric Vehicle Motors

Speaker: Tsutomu Yamaguchi, Professor, Waseda University
Time: 2:20 PM - 3:30 PM

Yamaguchi’s lecture will explore recycling methods for neodymium magnets found in electric vehicle motors, outlining both challenges and advancements, including:

• - The structural composition of electric vehicle motors and the balance of material usage.
• - Existing rare earth recycling techniques from electric vehicle motors.
• - A new recycling methodology developed in collaboration with Nissan Motor Co., which allows for rare earth recovery from these motors.
• - Application examples of this methodology in other contexts, including air conditioning compressors and hard disk voice coil motors.
• - Future outlooks for rare earth recycling in electric vehicles.

Participation Details

Participants have several options for joining the seminar:

• - On-site Participation: Attendees can join at the SSK Seminar Room located at 2-6-2 Nishishinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
• - Live Streaming: The seminar will be broadcast live via Zoom, allowing remote attendance.
• - On-Demand Access: Recordings will be available for two weeks after the event, enabling participants to view them at their convenience.

This seminar promises to provide valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of rare metal and rare earth material recycling, crucial for industries reliant on these essential resources.

Contact Information

If you're interested in attending or have any questions, please reach out to the New Society System Comprehensive Research Institute via:

• - Email: [email protected]
• - Phone: 03-5532-8850
• - Website: SSK Official Site

The New Society System Comprehensive Research Institute (SSK), established in December 1996, has been dedicated to providing high-level business seminars and insights to foster business growth and strategy development. This seminar is just one of the approximately 500 sessions held each year, underscoring SSK's commitment to delivering cutting-edge information for corporate success.