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The Truth About Rare Earth Elements Mining with Dr. Jeremy Williams

Date

March 19, 2026 • 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Organizer

JCAN

Virtual Event

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Rare Earth Elements are essential for electrification and decarbonization–but where are they coming from? What is being taken, and how does it impact the sites it’s taken from? More importantly, how does it impact the people? Is there a way to mine without creating new sacrifice zones?

This event is free.

About Jeremy C. Williams

Dr. Williams is a geoscientist who utilizes geochemical and geophysical techniques to understand the fluid migration of unconventional oil and gas reservoirs, investigate the role of redox conditions and mineral resources, and understand the significance of acid-base reactions and their environmental effects. He is a Assistant Professor, Department of Geology at Kent State University.