We invest in mining, processing, and transportation to break adversary control over strategic supply chains and protect the U.S. and our allies from economic coercion.

Investment Stories

“Friendshoring” rare earths processing
Expanding rare earth processing in Angola for production in the U.S.
Sourcing cobalt and other critical minerals by countering China’s rare earth dominance
image of men with mining equipment in sub-tropical valley
In Malawi, DFC is providing project development support to Lancaster Exploration Limited, a subsidiary of Mkango Resources of Canada, in the development of the Songwe Hills Rare Earths mine, a landmark project that will help advance rare earths supply chains that are decoupled from strategic adversaries.
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A Picture of Pensana facilities
DFC committed Project Development funding to help Pensana Plc, a rare-earth minerals company, advance development of mineral refining facilities in Angola.
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TechMet's mining facility in Brazil
DFC's equity investment will help TechMet Limited increase production and strengthen the supply chains of critical minerals.
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