April 2026

Boron and the future of space-based solar power

:: Thursday, April 16, 2026 :: Posted By Allen Zheng
Boron and the future of space-based solar power
Space-based solar power has enormous potential, but capturing it efficiently is a significant challenge. Discover boron’s role in advanced solar technology development.

New upgrades enhance purity, granulation capabilities at Coudekerque

:: Monday, April 6, 2026 :: Posted By Javier Jusué de Olives
New upgrades enhance purity, granulation capabilities at Coudekerque
Coudekerque, our site that produces specialty refined borates, is upgrading infrastructure to enhance process capabilities. Learn more about these updates.

Iconic 20 Mule Team wagons restored

:: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 :: Posted By Mary Beth Garrison
Iconic 20 Mule Team wagons restored
On March 31, U.S. Borax unveiled the newly restored 20 Mule Team wagon which now sits on site at the Borax Visitor Center.

U.S. Borax, part of Rio Tinto, is a global leader in the supply and science of borates—naturally-occurring minerals containing boron and other elements. We are 1,000 people serving 500 customers with more than 1,200 delivery locations globally. We supply around 30% of the world’s need for refined borates from our world-class mine in Boron, California, about 100 miles northeast of Los Angeles.

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