Materials Powering the Future of Energy

The Critical Materials Monitor aims to improve understanding of supply chains essential for the energy transition, the transition to more sustainable energy. It offers insights into the critical minerals required, outlines the components of key technologies, and provides in-depth reserve, production, and trade analysis.

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Technologies

The speed of the energy transition hinges on the rapid commercialization and widespread adoption of a mix of clean energy technologies. Solar, wind, and nuclear power are key for low-carbon electricity. Batteries are critical for electric vehicles and energy storage. And transmission lines are essential for linking robust renewable energy sources with major urban demand centers.

Semiconductors and magnets play a crucial role in various technologies, with semiconductors underpinning modern digital devices, and magnets crucial for the conversion of physical energy into electrical energy and vice-versa. We also explore emerging solutions like green hydrogen, aimed at decarbonizing heavy industries.

Referencing

When citing any information on this website, please use the following citation: Columbia University CGEP. 2024. Critical Materials Monitor. http://criticalmaterialsmonitor.org

Contact

Critical Materials Monitor is run by the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University. The project is led by Tom Moerenhout.
Contact us: criticalmaterials@columbia.edu.