articleNature SustainabilityDec 1, 2022HYBRID OA

Energy transition minerals and their intersection with land-connected peoples

JRJohn R. OwenDKDeanna KempAMAlex M. LechnerJHJill HarrisRZRuilian Zhang

The University of Queensland · University of the Free State

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Abstract

Abstract Rapidly transitioning the global energy system to renewables is considered necessary to combat climate change. Current estimates suggest that at least 30 energy transition minerals and metals (ETMs) form the material base for the energy transition. The inventory of ETMs indicates a high level of intersectionality with territories less impacted by the historic forces of industrialization. To identify the current global footprint, 5,097 ETM projects were geo-located against indicators for indigeneity, human modification of land, food production, water risk, conflict, as well as capacity measures for project permitting, consultation and consent. Study results differentiate ETMs to improve visibility over…

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  • Sustainability
  • Energy transition
  • Natural resource economics
  • Climate change
  • Business
  • Indigenous
  • Resource (disambiguation)
  • Geography
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Responsible consumption and production
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