Europe's Energy Transition Faces Critical Mineral Supply Crunch as Mining Production Lags Demand
Critical minerals essential for Europe's clean energy transition face severe supply deficits as mining production fails to keep pace with accelerating industrial demand. Antimony, copper, nickel, and cobalt shortages threaten EU energy goals while gold futures hit $4,200/ounce. Major mining consolidation emerges with Rio Tinto and Glencore pursuing a mega-merger to address constraints.
ViaNews Editorial Team (Europe)•