In dem Buch werden aus den unterschiedlichen wissenschaftlichen Positionen zu nachhaltigem Wachstum, Anforderungen an ein nachhaltiges Wachstum definiert.In der Neuauflage wurde die aktuelle Diskussion zu green growth (grünes Wachstum) neu aufgenommen. (Verlagstext)

Introduction -- Introduction to rare earth metals -- Assessment of rare earths scarcity -- The optimal extraction path of rare earth metals for China -- Adjustments in the regulatory framework of the Chinese rare earths sector -- Conclusions

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