IEA Leads Summit on Secure, Responsible Critical Minerals Supply

The need for international cooperation in developing a sustainable critical minerals industry is becoming increasingly evident, as several forecasts suggest that demand will likely outpace supply over the next decade. As governments worldwide push for a green transition and rapid innovations are being seen in renewable energy and clean technology, the dependency on critical minerals is growing.

However, there are wide concerns about the impact of massive mining expansion on the environment. Countries must now work together to determine the best…