Pini Althaus

Pini Althaus is a mining and critical minerals industry leader. He is the Chairman & CEO of Cove Capital, Kaz Resources and REEMAG. Pini founded USA Rare Earth.

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

Humbled to be featured in Fairmont Post discussing the global critical minerals revolution. Grateful to work alongside incredible teams dedicated to sustainable and strategic supply chains for a stronger future:
https://t.co/SP9cNzUNw1 #rareearth #Mining

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

Kaz Resources & Cove Kaz Capital Launch 2025 Critical Minerals Programs in Kazakhstan 🇰🇿

We’re excited to announce the kickoff of major 2025 field initiatives targeting strategic lithium, tantalum-niobium, and rare earth element (REE) assets across Kazakhstan. Key highlights include:

🔹 Expanded Exploration – Step-out & infill drilling, surface sampling, and geophysical surveys across high-priority lithium & polymetallic targets.

🔹 Tailings-to-Metals Pilot – Launch of pilot plant testing to recover lithium, tantalum, and niobium from legacy tailings, supporting circular resource use and near-term cash flow.

🔹 REE JV at Akbulak – Through Akbulak REE Ltd. (a JV with Qazgeology & JSC Tau-Ken Samruk), exploration is ramping up on a deposit with an estimated 380,000 tonnes of rare earth oxides (REO), including critical Nd and Pr for permanent magnets.

These initiatives reflect strong momentum since our 2023 Kazakhstan entry, aligning with the country’s push for integrated critical mineral supply chains and supporting U.S.–Kazakhstan strategic cooperation under the C5+1 framework. https://t.co/0PA4VVbcZv

#CriticalMinerals #RareEarths #Kazakhstan #Lithium #SupplyChain #EnergyTransition #MiningNews #C5Plus1 #KazResources #CoveCapital

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

Check out my latest article: Enough with the Naysayers: The Critical Minerals Industry Doesn’t Need Armchair Experts https://t.co/hfXuNZOPgx via @LinkedIn

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

Critical Minerals: The Foundation of Our Future

In today’s rapidly evolving world, critical minerals are more than just resources—they are the backbone of modern technology, manufacturing, and national security. Yet, many people, especially younger generations, overlook their significance.

Here is critical minerals matter and why ignoring them isn't an option. From powering EVs to driving innovation in defense and healthcare, these minerals are shaping the future in ways we can’t afford to ignore.
If you're in business, policy, or just thinking about the future, this is a must-read:

https://t.co/cPvo3uJ1Ej #RareEarths #criticalminerals

[Phillipson Institute @phillipsoninst]

Cove is looking beyond Kazakhstan. The company is set to explore mineral reserves in Uzbekistan next. The firm is also looking into developing deposits of antimony in Tajikistan, the world’s 2nd largest producer of the silvery-white metal used in batteries after China
#RareEarths

[Phillipson Institute @phillipsoninst]

“The United States has limited or no production of most of these materials,” Pini Althaus, the veteran mining executive who now leads Cove, told me over the phone last week. “And there’s limited opportunities for critical minerals to come into the U.S. supply chain.”
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[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

Check out my latest op-ed: Why VP JD Vance may be the perfect Critical Minerals Czar to strengthen America’s domestic supply chains. Read more on my take:

https://t.co/k7SOp5ELqY

#Criticalminerals #JDvance #EnergyEfficiency @_RCEnergy

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

I was honored to join The Will Cain Show on Fox News Media today to discuss the critical minerals crisis and the urgent need for the U.S. to secure its supply chain.

We covered key issues: the growing threat to U.S. industries due to reliance on foreign minerals, President Trump’s agreement with Ukraine to access its critical mineral resources, China’s dominance in the sector and its global implications, the importance of building a domestic supply chain to protect national security, and how strategic partnerships with allies can help the U.S. regain control.

https://t.co/bTSvIQ5ydR

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

🚨 New Op-Ed! 🚨

The U.S. is falling behind in the race for critical minerals—and it’s putting our economy and national security at risk.

In my latest for @InsideSourcesDC , I explain why we must build an independent supply chain for lithium, cobalt, and rare earths.

https://t.co/dcqX7dE5It

#CriticalMinerals

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

Had the opportunity to speak with Ralph Jennings from @SCMPNews about the challenges of building a US-based supply chain for critical minerals and what steps we can take under President Trump's administration to move forward. Exciting discussions ahead! https://t.co/2SFp1cHHDO #CriticalMinerals #SupplyChain

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

We at REEMAG LLC, a leader in sustainable rare earth magnet recycling, are thrilled to announce a significant breakthrough -- successfully scaling our proprietary carbon-free recycling process from handling single neodymium-iron-boron (NdFeB) magnets to processing quantities approximately 100 times larger, while maintaining exceptional performance metrics.

This advancement demonstrates the feasibility of producing high-performance recycled rare earth magnets at scale, reducing dependence on mined materials and minimizing environmental impact.

By utilizing recycled materials, REEMAG aims to manufacture magnets that are cost-competitive and of comparable quality to newly mined counterparts. @pinialthaus , CEO, emphasized the company's commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, highlighting the positive environmental impact of efficiently recovering critical minerals at scale. The REEMAG processes demonstrate competitive advantages over traditional chemical methods.

This achievement positions REEMAG to expand production capabilities and form partnerships with industries reliant on rare earth magnets, leading the transition to a circular magnet economy.

https://t.co/xzMOXifcCd

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

On his first day in office, The @WhiteHouse announced that President @realDonaldTrump issued an Executive Order to restore America’s critical mineral dominance.

This comprehensive and essential order mandates that within 60 days, the Secretary of State, Secretary of Commerce, Secretary of Labor, the United States Trade Representative, and the heads of any other relevant agencies, shall submit a report to the Assistant to the President for Economic Policy that includes policy recommendations to enhance the competitiveness of American mining and refining companies in other mineral-wealthy nations.

I strongly encourage the Trump Administration to include the C5+1 Critical Minerals Dialogue countries in this effort, specifically @Kazakhstan and @Uzbekistan. Both countries have an abundance of critical minerals, have welcomed American companies and have reformed their mining codes to facilitate U.S. investment and mining operations.

https://t.co/jVydZv54rg

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

Congratulations to President Donald J. Trump

Today is an important moment for the future of our nation. As President Trump takes office, we at Cove Capital would like to express our commitment to his vision for a stronger, more secure America.

Our industrial and defense capabilities in the United States rely in great part on critical minerals, and we have been working diligently at every turn to secure these resources. We've seen promising developments in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Central Asia, where abundant deposits of rare earth elements, lithium, tungsten, antimony, and other critical minerals offer new opportunities for partnership.

Leveraging our joint ventures, specifically working with Kaz Resources, we at Cove Capital continue to actively develop presence and partnerships and undertake mining in the Middle Corridor. In all cases, these operations support the policy imperative to reduce America's dependency on supply chains that are unreliable and present a single point of failure.

Mr. President, we look forward to working with your Administration to further strengthen the United States' position on critical minerals. Your leadership comes at a pivotal time for our industry, the future of America’s industrial base and our nation's security.

Sincerely,
Pini Althaus
Cove Capital LLC

[Tom Barrabi @TBarrabi]

China has a chokehold on the world’s supply of critical minerals – and experts are warning the situation is a major risk to US national security if the government doesn’t step up its efforts to compete.

https://t.co/2gePkl1dPx

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

Critical minerals are vital for national security, and our reliance on China for defense equipment is a dangerous vulnerability. Pini Althaus, CEO of Cove Capital, highlights this alarming issue. Read more in @nypost: https://t.co/PkUt87kLom @TBarrabi

[Pini Althaus @pinialthaus]

Excited to join @SCBrain to discuss how the U.S. can cut its reliance on China for critical minerals. From innovation to strategic partnerships, I shared insights on building a resilient supply chain. Watch the full interview here:

https://t.co/RRFBR9U5jD

[Maria Bartiromo @MariaBartiromo]

Trump administration needs to appoint a critical minerals czar, mining industry exec says | @MorningsMaria @FoxBusiness https://t.co/go8oEquZJC