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Low-Mineral Energy Transition Pathways
Coverage from Greenpeace International, Mirage News, and others
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Executive Summary
A Greenpeace-backed study says recycling, transit, and battery choices can cut mineral demand while protecting ecosystems and Indigenous lands
- Greenpeace International and the Institute for Sustainable Futures released Beyond Extraction
- The study models nine energy transition minerals from 2024 to 2050
- Scenario analysis uses the One Earth Climate Model Net Zero base case
- More public transport and recycling can lower mineral demand
- Battery design and technology choices also shape future mineral use
- The report says off-limits areas like oceans and protected lands need not be mined
- It warns mining can harm Indigenous lands and vital ecosystems
Quick Facts
- What: Report on cutting mineral demand in energy transition
- Where: Global, with policy context in Amsterdam Netherlands
- Why: To meet climate goals while protecting ecosystems and Indigenous rights
- Who: Greenpeace International and the Institute for Sustainable Futures
- When: Released in 2026 using 2024 to 2050 scenarios
Coverage Timeline: 11 Days
Featured Article
Greenpeace International and Institute for Sustainable Futures analyze mineral demand pathways worldwide from 2024 to 2050.
Additional Articles
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Greenpeace International releases a report on pathways for a 1.5C aligned energy transition with less minerals in Amsterdam, Netherlands in 2026.
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Global study shows 2024-2050 energy transition can reduce mineral demand through recycling and transport policy worldwide.