Tag: Critical Minerals
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Global Critical Minerals Outlook 2026
The IEA examines the full spectrum of energy issues including oil,gasand coal supply and demand, renewable energy technologies, electricity markets, energy efficiency , access to energy , demand sidemanagement and much more. Through its work, the IEA advocates policies that will enhance the reliability , affordability and sustainability of energy in its 32 Member countries,…
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From Spectral Fingerprints to Target Prioritization: How Hyperspectral Satellites Support Mineral Exploration
According to the International Energy Agency’s Global Critical Minerals Outlook 2026, global critical mineral exploration spending fell by more than 10% in 2025. Exploration spending on lithium and nickel declined by around 45%, while spending on copper remained broadly stable. This increasingly cautious investment environment stands in contrast to the persistent long-term pressure on critical…