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Critical minerals lie at the intersection of industrial ambitions, climate urgency, and geopolitical strategy. Yet, the trade and investment frameworks that govern them are misaligned with the realities of a just and sustainable energy transition. Aligning mineral security with climate and development goals is essential if the energy transition is

Mining is a large global industry. Annual output across 66 countries is worth around an estimated US $1.6 trillion. Yet local communities located around mine sites and host countries often see limited benefits. This is why governments adopt “local content” policies to enhance economic opportunities for local people and the country at large. In this

The energy and digital transitions are driving a surge in demand for critical minerals, creating opportunities for resource-rich companies to boost revenues. Ring-fencing is a policy option that can affect revenue timing and amounts, but its suitability depends on key factors that must be assessed before implementation. The post Ring-Fencing in Min

In many capitals, from the Global South to the G7, the extract-and-export development model is seen as shortsighted and akin to exporting jobs and even entire industries. The post Adding Value to Go Beyond Extraction appeared first on Intergovernmental Forum on Mining.

Predictive water modelling can help regulators anticipate and address water risks to enable evidence-based, forward-looking governance, which is essential in a changing climate. The post Predictive Water Modelling: From reactive regulation to proactive environmental leadership appeared first on Intergovernmental Forum on Mining.

With global demand for critical minerals soaring, resource-rich countries must focus on strengthening infrastructure, clear regulations, and access to finance before relying on tax incentives to drive successful domestic value addition. The post Tax Policies for Enhancing Domestic Value Addition for Critical Minerals: Lessons from policy and practi

How can mineral-rich countries determine accurate prices for lithium and ensure fair revenue collection in the sector? The use of price indices is key in this regard. The post Price Indices Approach Is Key to Lithium Revenue Collection appeared first on Intergovernmental Forum on Mining.

How do new proposals from the UN and OECD seek to address concerns from resource-rich countries about revenue risks associated with tax treaties? The post Updates to UN and OECD Model Tax Treaties Aim to Stop Mining Revenue Leakage appeared first on Intergovernmental Forum on Mining.

Careful design and implementation of these variable royalties could prove worthwhile for many countries, especially as mineral price volatility is likely to increase in the energy transition. The post Variable Royalties for Mineral Price Volatility in the Energy Transition appeared first on Intergovernmental Forum on Mining.

Argentina is using a number of policy tools to ensure lithium extraction fully benefits the nation. The post Argentina Pulling Policy Levers to Maximize Lithium Benefits appeared first on Intergovernmental Forum on Mining.