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Copper is vital to addressing surging energy consumption from developing countries, artificial intelligence, data centers and the energy transition.
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Copper: The Essential Power Player in the Energy Transition
Copper's story runs deep in human history, dating back over 10,000 years. It was one of the first metals humans mastered, shaping coins, jewelry, tools and weaponry that fueled societal advancement. Today, demand for copper is increasing as our electricity needs climb. Growing middle classes in the East, clean energy technologies, electric vehicles (EVs) and AI data centers are providing a new demand shock for copper markets.
Latest Resources
Podcast – The New Copper Story
Mining Analyst Stefan Ioannou joins host Ed Coyne for a timely update on the current supply-side dynamics of the copper industry.
Special Report - Copper: Wired for the Future
The demand for copper in energy grids, electric vehicles and clean energy technologies, combined with diminishing ore grades and limited inventories, underscores copper's growing importance. We believe copper prices and miners are likely to benefit from the growing supply-demand gap.
Infographic - The Copper Opportunity in One Chart
As the world embraces clean technologies, the search for and expansion of copper mines will be essential. Early investors who gain exposure to copper mines may benefit from the rapidly increasing demand.
White Paper - Copper: The Red Metal's Central Role in Powering Our Net-Zero Carbon Future
In the U.S. alone, copper is a crucial element in nearly 7 million miles of electrical transmission and distribution wires. This white paper introduces the trends that are driving copper markets and copper miners, and explains our positive outlook for growth.
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An Inside Look at the Global War for Lithium, Copper and Critical Minerals with Author Ernest Scheyder
"Copper has been essential for thousands of years and remains critical to fields ranging from construction to electronics. Now it’s needed more than ever before, as increasing demand for electricity, the upgrading and expansion of power grids, and technological advancements such as artificial intelligence (AI) are underway."
John Ciampaglia, CFA, FCSI
Chief Executive Officer, Sprott Asset Management & Senior Managing Partner, Sprott Inc.
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