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Critical minerals, policy, and the energy transition

The Energy Transition in Chongqing

Chongqing, a major municipality in southwestern China, is emerging as a pivotal player in the nation's energy transition, bolstered by its rich deposits of critical minerals such as lithium, magnesium, titanium, iron, strontium, and silver. These minerals are essential for manufacturing components vital to renewable energy technologies, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems, aligning with China's broader goals of reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable development. In recent years, Chongqing has implemented several strategic initiatives to advance its energy transition. These include the integration of green finance to optimise energy structures, with a goal to reduce coal consumption to below 40% by 2025, and the adoption of low-carbon pilot programmes that resulted in a 20.95% reduction in energy intensity. The city also plays an active role in international collaboration, participating in forums like the International Forum on Regional Cooperation for Sustainable Development of Green Mountains. These strategies position Chongqing as a key contributor to China’s energy transition, leveraging its mineral resources and policy initiatives to support the nation's shift towards a low-carbon economy.

Critical Minerals produced in Chongqing
Essential minerals production and products in Chongqing

A provincial analysis of China’s critical minerals and policies

SFA explores the provincial frontlines of China’s strategy to secure its future in the global energy transition. As demand for critical minerals rises for electric vehicles, batteries and renewable energy, China sits at the centre of this shift as both producer and consumer. SFA examines how provincial policies, resource endowments and mining practices shape China’s critical minerals landscape. From lithium-rich Qinghai to rare earth-heavy Inner Mongolia, this province-by-province analysis reveals the challenges and opportunities driving China’s role in the future of global energy and environmental policy.

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Henk de Hoop

Chief Executive Officer

Beresford Clarke

Managing Director: Technical & Research

Jamie Underwood

Principal Consultant

Ismet Soyocak

ESG & Critical Minerals Lead

Rj Coetzee

Senior Market Analyst: Battery Materials and Technologies

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