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How the Inflation Reduction Act’s EV Tax Credit Will Reshape Supply Chains

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The approach calls for a deeper look at procurement chains, critical mineral qualification and the calculation of mineral content. EU Net Zero Industry Act: This package proposed in March 2022 sets a 40% by 2030 domestic production target for batteries, solar panels and several other clean energy technologies for use in the EU.

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Big Tech and Auto Battle for the World’s Cobalt Resources

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The Democratic Republic of Congo holds the most global cobalt reserves , at around 3.5 Traditionally, companies like Apple haven’t purchased the metal directly from mines, but through brokers like China’s Congo Dong Fang Mining. Cobalt demand will exceed supply by 42% in 2025 and 170% in 2030. million metric tons. Conclusion.

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Big Tech and Auto Battle for the World’s Cobalt Resources

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The Democratic Republic of Congo holds the most global cobalt reserves , at around 3.5 Traditionally, companies like Apple haven’t purchased the metal directly from mines, but through brokers like China’s Congo Dong Fang Mining. Cobalt demand will exceed supply by 42% in 2025 and 170% in 2030. million metric tons. Conclusion.