The Next War for Critical Minerals

The Next War for Critical Minerals

Lithium, copper and the future of the global economy “During the 20th century, oil was the energy heart of the international system. In the 21st century, the electrification of the economy is shifting that centrality toward a new set of strategic resources. Lithium, copper, nickel, graphite and rare earths are beginning to occupy the place once held by hydrocarbons. The global energy transition does not eliminate the geopolitics of resources. It…