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Critical minerals, policy, and the energy transition

The Energy Transition in the Czech Republic

The Czech Republic is strategically positioned as a key player in Europe’s energy transition, leveraging its rich mineral resources, growing battery manufacturing capacity, and nuclear energy infrastructure. With increasing investments in lithium extraction, the country is poised to become a critical link in Europe’s electric vehicle and energy storage supply chains. The Czech Republic’s focus on sustainable energy is supported by a diverse power mix, including nuclear, solar, and hydropower, while its established mining and refining capabilities in critical minerals like tungsten and uranium contribute to regional energy security. As the country enhances its ESG policies, it aligns its mineral extraction practices with environmental goals, ensuring long-term sustainable development. Additionally, Czechia's geopolitical position within the European Union, NATO, and other regional alliances further strengthens its role in shaping Europe's energy and critical minerals future. The Czech Republic’s growing lithium production and its active role in the global energy transition reflect its commitment to supporting clean energy technologies and expanding its contribution to global electrification efforts. Through responsible resource management, strategic investments, and alignment with EU sustainability frameworks.

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Stay ahead in the energy transition with SFA (Oxford)’s cutting-edge insights into how Czechia’s lithium resources, battery manufacturing ambitions, and ESG alignment are positioning it as a key link in Europe’s electric vehicle and energy storage value chains.

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LithoX | Critical Minerals and the Global Energy Transition

The global energy transition to net zero is underway. Who is leading? How are supply chains being secured? How do the geopolitics vary? SFA (Oxford) provides a global overview of critical minerals, policy and legislation.

Europe

Europe's focus on circular economies and sustainable practices underpins its approach to critical minerals like lithium and cobalt, essential for e-mobility and energy storage. The region's advanced economies drive innovation in mining and recycling, aiming for supply chain resilience.

Rare Earths Elements

Critical components powering the global economy, from high-tech consumer electronics to essential renewable energy technologies.

Minor Metals and Minerals

Minor metals play a pivotal role in advancing the energy transition by enabling significant improvements in energy efficiency and the performance of clean energy technologies.

Meet the Critical Minerals team

Trusted advice from a dedicated team of experts.

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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