Supply gaps, surging demand and political uncertainty: What does it all mean for critical minerals?
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09:45
Critical mineral supply chains are at a critical juncture. Demand for key minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earths is set to triple by 2030, and quadruple by 2040. However, supply gaps and geopolitical instability threaten to derail growth.
In this opening session, our expert panelists will explore what the future of critical minerals looks like. We'll assess:
- What does this volatility mean for companies across the value chain? Where are the greatest risks and how can these be mitigated?
- How businesses can navigate uncertainty while securing sustainable, long-term access to critical minerals.
- What steps can be taken to unlock the capital needed for project development, in the midst of mineral price fluctuations?
- Skills gap: How to mitigate the risk of skills shortage in our hour of need.