The growing demand for minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements, essential for clean technologies, has driven the adoption of new, more sustainable and efficient mining methodologies. The industry faces the challenge of developing limited sourcing options, which are costly and complex to implement.
Artificial intelligence and automation are revolutionizing the exploration and extraction of these resources, enabling safer operations with less environmental impact. Additionally, the circular economy and material recycling are gaining importance as strategies to meet demand without depleting natural reserves.
Collaboration between mining companies, governments, and research centers is key to driving these innovations. Initiatives in Latin America, for instance, seek to capitalize on expertise in mining technologies to improve production capacity and sustainability in the region.
