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Critical minerals, policy, and the energy transition

The Energy Transition in Germany

Germany is a leading force in Europe's energy transition, combining its strong industrial base with a strategic focus on critical minerals to drive its sustainable energy future. With a diversified energy mix that includes nuclear, renewables like wind and solar, and conventional sources like natural gas and coal, Germany is working towards reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing energy security. The country is also focusing on critical minerals, including graphite, magnesium, and rare earth elements, essential for clean technologies like electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Germany’s advanced manufacturing and raw material diplomacy, particularly in areas like aluminium, zinc, and silicon, position it as a key player in Europe’s critical mineral supply chains. Additionally, Germany’s leadership in ESG-driven industrial policies underpins its commitment to responsible resource management, ensuring that its energy transition is both environmentally sustainable and economically beneficial. The country’s active participation in global alliances such as the EU, G7, and NATO further strengthens its role in shaping energy and mineral policy, not only within Europe but also on the global stage.

Latest news and insights

Stay ahead in the energy transition with SFA (Oxford)’s cutting-edge insights into how Germany’s advanced manufacturing, raw material diplomacy, and ESG-driven industrial policy are anchoring its leadership in Europe’s clean energy and critical mineral strategy.

Declaring a US Trade Emergency

3 April 2025 | Jamie Underwood

The US declared a trade emergency, imposing sweeping tariffs, rare exemptions, and bold legal moves. What triggered it, and what will happen next?

Germany's international economic, trade, and security alliances

Join us at SFA (Oxford)'s Critical Minerals events

Join us in person or online from Germany for SFA (Oxford)’s latest Critical Minerals events, focused on the key materials driving the energy transition and low-carbon technologies. Connect with global leaders, government, investors, miners, end users, and key players across the supply chain and recycling sector, and stay ahead of the trends shaping the battery metals and PGM markets. Register today to secure your place.

The Battery Metals Lectures

Thursday, 15 May 2025

New York 05:00 (EDT), London 10:00 (BST), Frankfurt 11:00 (CEST), Johannesburg 11:00 (SAST), Moscow 12:00 (MSK), Tokyo 18:00 (JST)

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SFA's Oxford Battery Metals Lectures were held on Thursday 15th May.

The Oxford Platinum Lectures

Friday, 16 May 2025

New York 05:00 (EDT), London 10:00 (BST), Frankfurt 11:00 (CEST), Johannesburg 11:00 (SAST), Moscow 12:00 (MSK), Tokyo 18:00 (JST)

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The prestigious Oxford Platinum Lectures returns on Friday 16th May 2025.

New York PGM Lectures

Tuesday, 10 September 2024

New York 05:00 (EDT), London 10:00 (BST), Frankfurt 11:00 (CEST), Johannesburg 11:00 (SAST), Moscow 12:00 (MSK), Tokyo 18:00 (JST)

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Our special event returns to New York Platinum Week, discussing global events impacting the palladium market.

LithoX | Critical Minerals and the Global Energy Transition

The global energy transition to net zero is underway. Who is leading? How are supply chains being secured? How do the geopolitics vary? SFA (Oxford) provides a global overview of critical minerals, policy and legislation.

Europe

Europe's focus on circular economies and sustainable practices underpins its approach to critical minerals like lithium and cobalt, essential for e-mobility and energy storage. The region's advanced economies drive innovation in mining and recycling, aiming for supply chain resilience.

Rare Earths Elements

Critical components powering the global economy, from high-tech consumer electronics to essential renewable energy technologies.

Minor Metals and Minerals

Minor metals play a pivotal role in advancing the energy transition by enabling significant improvements in energy efficiency and the performance of clean energy technologies.

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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SFA (Oxford) provides bespoke, independent intelligence on the strategic metal markets, specifically tailored to your needs. To find out more about what we can offer you, please contact us.

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