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In the path of sustainable development; Investigation of aluminum and copper industries in Spain

Spain is one of the largest producers of aluminum and copper in Europe. The supply chains of aluminum and copper industries in Spain are partially dependent on imported raw materials and scrap, and to this issue, the country’s energy basket’s reliance on imported fossil resources should also be added. This has caused the two mentioned… | log in
  • August 15, 2024

Strategic portfolio; The impact of economic conflicts on the market of minerals and rare earth elements

The export of minerals is a significant source of foreign exchange earnings for countries, which contributes to economic stability and financing of essential services. Therefore, mines can be considered the cornerstone of economic development in countries around the world. Due to the fact that some minerals are used in manufacture of electronic, high-tech and defense… | log in
  • May 20, 2024

Strategic elements; Investigating the amount of reserves and production of some critical minerals

In recent years, critical minerals have received a lot of attention mainly due to the acceleration of energy transition and decarbonization. Lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese, graphite and rare earth elements are among the most strategic and critical minerals, and any disruption in their supply chain can frustrate all efforts to achieve energy transition goals. In… | log in
  • April 19, 2024

The process of development and production of mineral and metal industries in Canada

The role that mining industries play in the progress and economic development of societies is not hidden from anyone. Based on this, countries have always made the strengthening of all aspects of mining industries one of the axes of their plans. Canada is one of the most prominent countries in the world in the field… | log in
  • March 30, 2024

Backbone of realizing growth; The strategic role of mining sector in Canada’s economy

Canada is a major source of a wide variety of mineral deposits and is now among the top five countries in the world in production of some minerals. In 2000, the total value of Canadian mineral production was about $18.6 billion, and this figure has increased to about $56 billion in 2021. The mining sector… | log in
  • March 30, 2024

The axis of development; The performance of non-ferrous metal industries in South Korea

In the current world situation, which has become a principle for many societies in the face of industrial transition periods, non-ferrous metal industries are classified in the most strategic industries in the world. This issue has caused many countries to turn to creating and increasing the production capacity of non-ferrous metals, even if they do… | log in
  • December 7, 2023

A unique geography; The performance of the mining sector in Turkiye

Mineral resources and reserves are not equally located in all regions of the world. This issue has caused the countries that are geographically located in areas with these resources to benefit from a significant advantage in their economy and industries. On the other hand, countries that are naturally deprived of these resources rely on imports… | log in
  • August 23, 2023