Opening session: Welcome remarks, Keynote speeches and High-level panel: Navigating new dynamics of conflict and cooperation in mineral supply chains

Apr 26, 2023 | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Description

While the green transition will reduce the global dependence on fossil fuels, it will generate pressure on the production of other raw materials like minerals because of their intensive use in low-carbon technologies. The growing demand for these minerals has highlighted the stakes for resilient mineral supply chains. This comes against a backdrop of heightened vulnerabilities accentuated by the pandemic, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and global competition for these resources. If not properly managed, such vulnerabilities and competition could aggravate existing risks in mineral supply chains, potentially fueling conflict and disrupting supply. There is therefore a clear opportunity to mainstream the implementation of the Due Diligence Guidance and other responsible business conduct instruments as a way of fostering a just energy transition and shoring up a reliable supply of critical minerals simultaneously. This session will examine related risks and opportunities by drawing on other experiences in mineral supply chains.