By 2050, the annual nickel supply will have to increase by 208%, and annual copper supply by 156% relative to 2020 production levels, if global net-zero emissions goals are to be achieved, according to a recent report produced by the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation.

At least another 15 minerals and metals must be extracted at similar rates to achieve climate targets, it added. This will be a monumental task. Some analysts reckon it simply isn’t possible. Others question whether satisfying the growing demand for these critical minerals can be done sustainably. 

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