ReElement Technologies to Participate in the 11th Annual Powering Africa Summit
Rhea-AI Summary
American Resources (NASDAQ:AREC), via its minority holding in ReElement Technologies, will participate in the 11th Annual Powering Africa Summit on March 19–20, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
Ben Kincaid, CEO of ReElement Technologies Africa, will join a March 20 panel on Critical Minerals in Africa from 10:45 AM–12:00 PM. Investors and partners may request meetings via LinkedIn.
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Key coal peers like METC, METCB, SXC, AMR and HCC showed declines between -0.85% and -8.67%, while AREC fell -4.6%. Only HCC appeared in the momentum scanner, suggesting more stock-specific trading than a broad sector rotation.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 09 | Conference participation | Positive | +4.5% | ReElement leadership presenting at multiple conferences to advance critical mineral discussions. |
| Mar 06 | Capacity expansion | Positive | -3.7% | EMCO expanding pre-processing capacity backed by private capital and a state grant. |
| Mar 03 | Patent filing | Positive | -2.8% | ReElement filing its eighth next-generation patent for high-purity lithium production. |
| Mar 02 | Conference attendance | Positive | +6.7% | American Resources and ReElement attending PDAC 2026 to engage partners and investors. |
| Feb 27 | Lab expansion | Positive | -2.6% | ReElement expanding advanced lab capabilities to support high-purity rare earth refining. |
Recent company and ReElement updates are generally positive in tone, but price reactions have been mixed, with several constructive operational announcements followed by short-term declines.
Over the past few weeks, American Resources and ReElement have issued a series of development-focused updates. These include ReElement’s expanded laboratory capabilities and new lithium purification patent, EMCO’s processing capacity expansion ahead of a planned spin-off, and multiple conference appearances to advance critical mineral supply-chain relationships. Price reactions ranged from about -3.7% to +6.7%. Today’s Powering Africa Summit participation fits this pattern of strategic positioning and visibility rather than a discrete financial or operational inflection.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights ReElement’s participation in a high-profile Powering Africa Summit panel on critical minerals, reinforcing American Resources’ positioning in rare earth and critical mineral supply chains. Recent news flow has centered on capacity expansions, new patents, and frequent conference appearances. At the same time, regulatory filings detail minimal revenue, substantial losses and going-concern language. Investors may monitor how often these visibility efforts translate into commercial contracts or financings over time.
Key Terms
rare earth element technical
critical mineral technical
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FISHERS, IN / ACCESS Newswire / March 16, 2026 / American Resources Corporation (NASDAQ:AREC) ("American Resources"), through its affiliated minority holding in ReElement Technologies Corporation ("ReElement"), a leading U.S. innovator in rare earth element (REE) and critical mineral refining for commercial and defense industries, today announced its participation in the 11th Annual Powering Africa Summit (PAS) 2026, taking place March 19-20, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
11th Powering Africa Summit (PAS)
Date: March 19 - 20, 2026
Location: JW Marriott, Washington, DC
Ben Kincaid, CEO of ReElement Technologies Africa, will participate in the panel discussion "Critical Minerals in Africa: Meeting Global Demand" on March 20 from 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM.
To schedule a meeting with Ben during the event, please reach out via LinkedIn by clicking HERE.
The Powering Africa Summit PAS 2026 will analyze how US foreign policy is transforming under the current administration, and how US stakeholders have adopted a more profit-driven approach through investment-led commercial diplomacy.
U.S. Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright returns to the Powering Africa Summit (PAS) 2026 where he will take part in a fireside chat focused on energy access and clean cooking. Having provided a keynote address and participated in a fireside chat at the 10th anniversary PAS 2025, Secretary Wright will again join policymakers and industry leaders at this year's Summit to discuss US-Africa cooperation across energy infrastructure, critical minerals and investment strategies.
To learn more about the event, please visit the Summit website.
About ReElement Technologies Corporation
ReElement Technologies Corporation, an affiliate of American Resources Corporation (NASDAQ:AREC), is a leading provider of high-performance refining capacity for rare earth and critical battery elements. Its multi-mineral, multi-feedstock platform technology focuses on the refining of recycled material from rare earth permanent magnets and lithium-ion batteries, concentrated ores and brines, as well as coal-based waste streams and byproducts to create a cost effective and environmentally safe, circular supply chain. ReElement has developed its innovative and scalable "Powered by ReElement" process which collaboratively utilizes its exclusively licensed intellectual property within its partners' material processing flow sheets to more efficiently support the global supply chain's growing demand for magnet and battery-grade products. For more information visit reelementtech.com or connect with the Company on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
About American Resources Corporation (NASDAQ:AREC)
American Resources Corporation is a leader in the critical mineral supply chain, developing innovative solutions both upstream and downstream of the refining process. The company and its affiliates focus on the extraction and processing of metallurgical carbon and iron ore, essential ingredients in steelmaking, as well as critical and rare earth minerals for the electrification market and recycled metals.
Leveraging its affiliation and former parent status of ReElement Technologies Corporation, a leading provider of high-performance refining capacity for rare earth and critical battery elements, American Resources is investing in and developing efficient upstream and downstream critical mineral operations. These operations include mining interests in conventional and unconventional sources, recycling, and manufacturing.
American Resources has established a nimble, low-cost business model centered on growth, which provides a significant opportunity to scale its portfolio of assets to meet the growing global infrastructure and electrification markets while also continuing to acquire operations and significantly reduce their legacy industry risks. Its streamlined and efficient operations are able to maximize margins while reducing costs. For more information visit americanresourcescorp.com or connect with the Company on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other important factors that could cause the Company's actual results, performance, or achievements or industry results to differ materially from any future results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond American Resources Corporation's control. The words "believes", "may", "will", "should", "would", "could", "continue", "seeks", "anticipates", "plans", "expects", "intends", "estimates", or similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. Any forward-looking statements included in this press release are made only as of the date of this release. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update or supplement any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. The Company cannot assure you that the projected results or events will be achieved.
Investor Contact:
JTC Team, LLC
Jenene Thomas
(908) 824 - 0775
arec@jtcir.com
Media Inquiries:
Marjorie Weisskohl
703-587-1532
mweisskohl@allseasonspr.com
Company Contact:
Mark LaVerghetta
317-855-9926 ext. 0
investor@americanresourcescorp.com
SOURCE: American Resources Corporation
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