Global Agency of Geosciences Experts

ET-03 Metals for the Energy Transition

Objectives

  1. Identify the key metals driving the energy transition and their specific roles in clean technologies.
  2. Assess the supply chain, geopolitical risks, and sustainability challenges associated with these metals.
  3. Explore innovative solutions for responsible sourcing, recycling, and substitution.
  4. Analyze the economic, environmental, and social impacts of metal production and use in the energy sector.

Who should attend

Professionals with a scientific background

Prerequisites

Background in Geosciences, petroleum geology or basic Petroleum Engineer knowledge

Duration

5 Sessions

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1
Session

Introduction to Energy Transition Metals

  • Morning: Overview of the energy transition and the critical role of metals
  • Afternoon: Key metals (lithium, cobalt, nickel, copper, rare earths, etc.) and their applications
2
Session

Lithium, Cobalt, and Battery Metals

  • Morning: Lithium: extraction, processing, and battery applications
  • Afternoon: Cobalt: supply chain, ethical issues, and alternatives
3
Session

Copper, Nickel, and Base Metals

  • Morning: Copper: demand in renewables and infrastructure
  • Afternoon: Nickel: uses, environmental impact, and market trends
4
Session

Rare Earth Elements and Specialty Metals

  • Morning: Rare earths: applications in wind turbines, EVs, and electronics
  • Afternoon: Graphite, manganese, and other critical metals
5
Session

Sustainability, Recycling, and Future Challenges

  • Morning: Environmental and social impacts of metal extraction
  • Afternoon: Recycling, circular economy, and policy solutions; wrap-up and Q&A

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