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The transition to a low-carbon global economy relies heavily on a stable supply of critical minerals—such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and graphite – that are essential to renewable energy systems, electric vehicle batteries, and energy storage technologies. Despite recent volatility in critical mineral markets, with prices dropping significantly in 2023 after years of sharp increases, demand has held steady, driven by the ongoing deployment of clean energy solutions. The panel sought to drive a transformative conversation on advancing sustainable financing mechanisms that not only attract investment but also uphold social and environmental integrity. By championing frameworks that align economic growth with human rights, environmental preservation, and long-term prosperity, this discussion aimed to inspire countries to adopt impactful financing models that pave the way for a resilient, responsible global economy.

Speakers:

• Izabella Teixeira, Former Minister of Environment and Co-Chair of the UN Natural Resource Panel
• Rohitesh Dhawan, President and Chief Executive Officer, International Council on Mining and Metals or Suneeta Kaimal, President & CEO of the Natural Resource Governance Institute
• Lisa Sachs, Director, Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment

Moderator: Rafaela Guedes, Senior Fellow at CEBRI and International Advisor at APCO

Audience: Private sector companies within the mineral supply chain, government actors, think tank, and academia.

Co-hosted by APCO, CEBRI, and CCSI.