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Critical Minerals: Energy transition

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8 October 2026

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opportunities

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Clean EnergyCircular EconomySupply Chain

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Fusion42 · 10 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

The energy transition's reliance on critical minerals embedded in clean energy technologies like batteries creates the need to design circular economy systems that keep these materials in use, reduce dependence on virgin extraction, and secure future supply. Collaboration across automotive, battery production, recycling, and policy sectors aims to build circular value chains that support rapid electrification while closing supply-demand gaps.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Clean Energy, Circular Economy and Supply Chain.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You must plan your battery or clean energy venture to include circular reuse and recycling paths now. The minerals inside your products will become your greatest asset or cost depending on how you handle their lifecycle.

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