# This huge US e-waste deal could unlock rare earths for EVs

> Electronics recycler ERI and rare earth recycling company Cyclic Materials have signed a global partnership agreement to recover rare earths and other critical minerals from high volumes of e-waste.

- **Source:** [Electrek](https://electrek.co/2026/07/21/this-huge-us-e-waste-deal-could-unlock-rare-earths-for-evs/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a5fba444c3dea13d3b887be)
- **Published:** 2026-07-21
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ai
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