Will Minerals Giant China Support a Plan to Help Developing Countries Build Their Own Value Chains? As chair of the Group of 20 (G20) nations […]
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Sustainable Mining Practices: How African Countries Are Managing the Environmental Impact of Increased Mining Activity for Green Energy
Sustainable Mining Practices: How African Countries Are Managing the Environmental Impact of Increased Mining Activity for Green Energy
Africa’s Role in Supplying Critical Minerals for the Green Energy Revolution
As the global economy pivots towards sustainability, the demand for critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements (REEs) has surged. These materials are the cornerstone of modern clean energy technologies, powering everything from electric vehicles (EVs) to renewable energy storage systems. Africa, endowed with vast deposits of these resources, is increasingly at the forefront of the green energy transition. But how can the continent navigate its opportunities and challenges in this burgeoning sector?