New Caledonia
Critical minerals, policy, and the energy transition
The Energy Transition in New Caledonia
New Caledonia's strategic path towards renewable energy and environmental sustainability is intricately linked with its proactive critical minerals policy, recognising the essential role these resources serve in fueling the global green economy transition. As this Pacific archipelago works towards harnessing its significant potential in solar, wind, and hydropower to meet ambitious renewable energy targets, it concurrently capitalises on its status as a critical player in the nickel market, alongside exploring its reserves of cobalt, lithium, and rare earth elements essential for renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, and battery storage technologies. This strategy aims to expand New Caledonia's renewable energy footprint and commits to the responsible extraction and processing of critical minerals, guided by principles of ecological integrity and societal well-being. New Caledonia's approach is comprehensive, marrying efforts to decarbonise its economy, spanning transportation, industrial sectors, and beyond with cutting-edge energy efficiency measures and support for green tech innovation, all within a supportive policy environment. By weaving together its critical minerals sector development with renewable energy objectives, New Caledonia seeks to ensure a sustainable supply chain for essential green technologies, bolstering its energy autonomy and making a significant contribution to the global sustainable development agenda while steadfastly upholding its dedication to conserving its unique environmental heritage and promoting climate action.
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The journey of Australasia's critical minerals
Australasia's shift towards renewable energy and sustainability is fundamentally supported by its wealth in critical minerals such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, and rare earths among others, crucial for low-carbon technologies and future innovations. Emphasizing sustainable mining and innovative policies, this strategy mirrors global efforts, notably in North America and Europe.
Australia
Australia excels in lithium, rare earths, and nickel, holding the world's largest rutile reserves. Its mining sector, supported by strong regulations and innovation, makes it a crucial supplier of critical minerals for renewable energy and electronics.
Meet the Critical Minerals team
Trusted advice from a dedicated team of experts.
Henk de Hoop
Chief Executive Officer
Beresford Clarke
Managing Director: Technical & Research
Jamie Underwood
Principal Consultant
Ismet Soyocak
ESG & Critical Minerals Lead
Rj Coetzee
Senior Market Analyst: Battery Materials and Technologies
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