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Critical minerals lie at the intersection of industrial ambitions, climate urgency, and geopolitical strategy. Yet, the trade and investment frameworks that govern them are misaligned with the realities of a just and sustainable energy transition. Aligning mineral security with climate and development goals is essential if the energy transition is to deliver shared prosperity rather... View Article

Mining is a large global industry. Annual output across 66 countries is worth around an estimated US $1.6 trillion. Yet local communities located around mine sites and host countries often see limited benefits. This is why governments adopt “local content” policies to enhance economic opportunities for local people and the country at large. In this... View Article

The energy and digital transitions are driving a surge in demand for critical minerals, creating opportunities for resource-rich companies to boost revenues. Ring-fencing is a policy option that can affect revenue timing and amounts, but its suitability depends on key factors that must be assessed before implementation.

In many capitals, from the Global South to the G7, the extract-and-export development model is seen as shortsighted and akin to exporting jobs and even entire industries.

Predictive water modelling can help regulators anticipate and address water risks to enable evidence-based, forward-looking governance, which is essential in a changing climate.