This report identifies 10 high-priority risk management strategies for access to minerals essential for the ongoing energy transition. These minerals are key to many of the technologies that must be scaled to achieve rapid decarbonization and attain net-zero targets.

To ensure a reliable and continued supply of these minerals, the mining and minerals industry must adapt its global supply chains. This will require global collaboration to foster dialogue, mobilize investment and spur innovation.

The SMET initiative is championed by Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), receiving active support through the dedicated efforts of its CEO, Benedikt Sobotka, who serves on the Steering Board of the initiative and through the secondment of a dedicated project fellow. SMET initiative is also championed by Trafigura.