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Always strategic; Analysis of the key role of steel in global trade relations

Steel, as a strategic commodity, has always played a key role in shaping global trade relations. From the Industrial Revolution to the present day, steel trade has not only driven countries’ infrastructural development but also influenced their economic and industrial balance. Historical trends show that the share of the steel value chain in global exports… | log in
  • January 31, 2026

industry as a big step towards sustainability; Optimizing embodied energy consumption in the world’s building construction

Energy consumption in the building construction industry follows two key patterns: energy use after the building is completed during its operational phase, which can be optimized through various methods; and embodied energy, which pertains to the production of raw materials and building components, their transportation, and construction processes. Efforts to reduce this type of energy… | log in
  • January 31, 2026

The red trace; The strategic role of copper in modern architecture and sustainable engineering

In a world where cities are growing taller, infrastructure is expanding, and engineering demands are becoming increasingly complex, copper has asserted its role at the heart of the building construction industry more than ever, as a vital and multifaceted element. Thanks to its conductivity in electrical systems, malleability for intricate designs, exceptional durability, resistance to… | log in
  • January 31, 2026

On a stable basis; Aluminum roadmap in the future urban ecosystem

While the global aluminum market outlook steadily approaches new heights by the middle of the next decade, driven primarily by production and consumption in China surpassing previous levels, what has gained unprecedented importance is closely tracking the pathways where aluminum’s applications intersect not only with engineering needs but also with urban development strategies, livability regeneration,… | log in
  • January 31, 2026

Policy Shifts Promote Regional Production; The Development Trend of Metal Industries in the Persian Gulf Countries

The metal industries in the Persian Gulf Countries have experienced significant growth over the past two decades and play an important role in regional economic diversification. The roots of this development can be traced to the increasing expansion of urban and industrial infrastructure in these countries, which has created a substantial consumer market for critical… | log in
  • January 31, 2026

Complementary Measures for Development; Copper Consumption and Its Relationship with the Industrialization Path of Countries

Per capita copper consumption and copper intensity, as complementary indicators, provide the possibility to analyze economic development trends across different countries. These indicators are not considered primary measures of development; rather, they can serve as informative components for examining the trajectory of national economies. The results indicate that although per capita copper consumption is high… | log in
  • January 31, 2026

Aluminum; The Metal That Maps the Economic Development Path of Countries

An analysis of aluminum consumption patterns across different regions of the world indicates that indicators such as per capita consumption and aluminum intensity can serve as complementary tools for analyzing the economic development trajectory of countries. Although these indicators alone do not constitute definitive measures of development, they reflect meaningful differences in the production and… | log in
  • January 31, 2026

Industrial Inputs Reflect Development; Steel Consumption Index: A Mirror of Countries’ Industrial Development Trajectory

Analysis of the global economic development process indicates that the consumption of basic industrial materials can still provide important insights into countries’ growth trajectories. Within this framework, steel, as one of the fundamental industrial inputs, offers a means to examine the link between economic structure and development patterns. Assessing steel consumption intensity relative to GDP… | log in
  • January 31, 2026

Historical Importance of Metals; A Report on the Global Steel, Aluminum, and Copper Consumer Market and Future Outlook

Metals have always played a central role in shaping and developing the global economy, a role that has become even more pronounced with industrialization and infrastructure expansion. Among industrial metals, steel, aluminum, and copper, being the most widely used and influential, hold a key position in today’s economy. Steel, owing to its extensive applications in… | log in
  • January 31, 2026

Resource Efficiency in Modern Agriculture; Investment Flow in the Agricultural Sector and the Scope of Its Transformations

Global agricultural productivity, as a key indicator of economic development and food security, is directly influenced by targeted investments and modern technologies. The efficient use of land, water, and energy resources, combined with advanced mechanization and smart infrastructure, enables increased production and reduced waste. At the same time, the development of advanced agricultural equipment and… | log in
  • January 31, 2026