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Why are mines reopening?
Mines like Hemerdon are reopening due to increased global demand for critical minerals and a push for greater national self-sufficiency. Geopolitical shifts and supply chain vulnerabilities have highlighted the importance of securing domestic sources for materials essential to modern economies and defence.
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