Uploaded December 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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The Role of Critical Materials in the Energy Evolution

Roderick G. Eggert, Viola Vestal Coulter Foundation Chair in Mineral Economics, Colorado School of Mines and Deputy Director, Critical Materials Institute

Rod Eggert will introduce the role of critical materials in the energy evolution, discussing why critical minerals and materials are needed in energy transitions, what critical minerals and materials are needed in our ever-evolving energy landscape, and where critical minerals and materials are located. Rod will discuss current trends in mineral production and manufacturing, noting models and scenarios for the future. This speaker will highlight both the challenges & opportunities for critical materials in meeting current policy goals.