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Countries Urged to Secure Critical Minerals for Clean Energy

11/10/2025

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COP30 is approaching, and nations must translate climate commitments into actionable strategies to secure critical minerals essential for the clean energy transition.
Key minerals like lithium, cobalt, and nickel are vital, with China dominating their global processing.
To address supply chain vulnerabilities, countries must prioritize sustainable mining practices and establish robust environmental standards.
Initiatives like the G7 Minerals Action Plan and the Minerals Security Partnership could bolster oversight and investment.

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Story summary

COP30 is approaching, and nations must translate climate commitments into actionable strategies to secure critical minerals essential for the clean energy transition.
Key minerals like lithium, cobalt, and nickel are vital, with China dominating their global processing.
To address supply chain vulnerabilities, countries must prioritize sustainable mining practices and establish robust environmental standards.
Initiatives like the G7 Minerals Action Plan and the Minerals Security Partnership could bolster oversight and investment.