The global mining industry faces a monumental task in the coming decades. As the world shifts towards a greener future, the demand for metals crucial to this transition is skyrocketing. BloombergNEF’s annual Transition Metals Outlook paints a clear picture of the challenges ahead. By 2050, the industry will need to invest a staggering $2.1 trillion […]
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