Our recent analysis looks at what new U.S. critical minerals initiatives could mean for developing producers—including the implications for regional cooperation and efforts to move beyond raw exports.
🔎 resourcegovernance.org/articles/us-...
Our recent analysis looks at what new U.S. critical minerals initiatives could mean for developing producers—including the implications for regional cooperation and efforts to move beyond raw exports.
🔎 resourcegovernance.org/articles/us-...
Mining Indaba 2026 starts today amid shifting dynamics in global mineral supply chains.
In @reuters.com today, NRGI’s Thomas Scurfield notes that U.S. engagement is reshaping mineral flows out of Africa.
🔗 www.reuters.com/world/asia-p...
🔗 NRGI at Indaba: resourcegovernance.org/mining-indab...
Yesterday, the U.S. convened over 50 countries around proposals that could reshape global trade in critical minerals.
Framed as supply-chain security, they raise key questions for producing countries—about power, transparency and long-term development.
🔗 resourcegovernance.org/articles/us-...
Public finance plays a big role in shaping energy systems. To unlock a just and resilient energy future in Africa, we must spotlight how support for gas and renewable projects aligns with national priorities and long-term sustainability.
Read more: resourcegovernance.org/publications...
Oil-producing regions face unique transition challenges. A just energy transition must reflect local priorities, economic realities and social protections for workers and communities.
Read more: resourcegovernance.org/publications...
Pemex should be key to Mexico’s climate action
In an interview with EcoAméricas, Fernanda Ballesteros explains that the government should use its financial leverage over Pemex to demand it reduce methane emissions, which still exceed levels from 10 years ago
🔗 resourcegovernance.org/articles/bol...
Beekeepers in Brazil report population declines alongside lithium projects As demand for critical mineral rises we must "reflect the reality on the ground" and safeguard biodiversity. Find out more:
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Contract transparency has moved from niche to norm, now commitments must turn into consistent practice.
Our briefing explores this in more detail: resourcegovernance.org/articles/pledges-practice-accelerating-progress-using-lessons-icmms-contract-disclosure-journey
Indonesia’s fast-growing nickel sector faces risks when environmental rules aren’t consistently enforced. The June Raja Ampat case — on small, legally protected islands — highlighted this gap.
New blog by Frenky Simanjuntak:
🔗 resourcegovernance.org/articles/aft...
As #COP30 closes, the final outcome leaves transition minerals out of the text — a major gap for producer countries and frontline communities.
We’ve shared NRGI reactions on what this means for safeguards, equity and the road ahead.
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The new JTWP text at #COP30 cuts minerals despite their importance. But there’s still time for Parties to act.
📣 Join our COP30 Media briefing today: Why minerals still matter for COP30
🕞 15:30 PM (BRT) | Press Conference Room 2
🔗 Online: unfccc.int/event/natura...
“Minerals are the backbone of the shift away from fossil fuels – leaving their governance out of just transition planning will undermine efforts to accelerate renewable energies by 2030 – a key target the COP has already set,” @antonio-hill.bsky.social advisor at @nrginstitute.bsky.social tells me.
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@antonio-hill.bsky.social de NRGI conversó en @es.france24.com sobre los avances en las negociaciones de la #COP30
➜ Destaca el creciente consenso para establecer un mecanismo que permita una salida justa y equitativa de los combustibles fósiles.
🎥 Mira la entrevista:
🎥 Juliana Peña Niño de NRGI explica cómo, desde las riberas de los ríos hasta las discusiones de la #COP30, el mensaje es el mismo: escuchar a quienes habitan los territorios es necesario para lograr una transición justa y equitativa, porque son quienes viven sus efectos.
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#COP30 Week 1 highlights:
🟦 Minerals enter UNFCCC text
🟦 Calls for a fair, funded fossil phase-out grow
🟦 Pathways must be shaped by countries’ priorities
More + Week 2 watch-outs →
More from NRGI at COP30: cop30.resourcegovernance.org
La #COP30 debe enfocarse en los productores de petróleo, gas y minerales del Sur Global, actores clave para lograr transiciones justas
De combustibles fósiles → a economías justas
De extracción → a valor local
Descubre cómo NRGI participa en la COP30
👉http://cop30.resourcegovernance.org
Mineral governance as a pillar of climate action is now on the table at #COP30 negotiations.
Countries are backing fair, transparent & traceable supply chains under the Just Transition Work Programme.
📖 @ClimateHome COP30 Bulletin Day 3: www.climatechangenews.com
As #COP30 opens, the focus must turn to oil, gas and mineral producers in the Global South—essential to just transitions.
From fossil fuels → just economies
From extraction → local value
Explore how NRGI is engaging at COP30 👉 cop30.resourcegovernance.org
“It’s impossible to discuss energy transition without talking about critical minerals,” said President Lula
Minerals are central to a just transition, and must finally be recognized at #COP30.
🔗 Read our blog: resourcegovernance.org/articles/min...
🌍 NRGI at #COP30: powering just and equitable energy transitions in resource-rich countries.
🎥 Hear from NRGI President & CEO Suneeta Kaimal — and explore our priorities on fossil fuels and transition minerals →
🔗 cop30.resourcegovernance.org
#JustTransition #EnergyTransition
Join NRGI’s @NafiQuarshie at a @GreenpeaceAfric webinar to discuss how Africa can reshape mineral governance to ensure it delivers development.
📆: 29 Oct.
🕙: 10AM (WAT)
📍: online
🔗: resourcegovernance.org/events/critical-minerals-africa-dismantling-neoliberal-extractivism-sustainable-development
Chile tiene la oportunidad de repensar la agregación de valor en cobre
En #CobreConValor, NRGI y @EsPublicoCL debatieron cómo avanzar hacia una minería con mayor valor agregado e innovación.
💬 María Paz González (@mariapazgp.bsky.social)
🔗 resourcegovernance.org/es/publicati...
“The goal isn’t a perfect system, but to embed strong standards in laws, licensing & contracts before they’re locked in.” says Patrick Heller
At @devex.com #WBIMF25, he stressed the need for good governance to ensure the #CriticalMinerals boom is just.
🔗 resourcegovernance.org/events/criti...
As demand for transition minerals grows, corruption continues to shape who benefits and who loses.
NRGI’s briefing examines how it runs through the mining value chain and how to confront it.
🔗: resourcegovernance.org/publications/preventing-corruption-africas-transition-mineral-supply-chains
Young people are reimagining jobs, innovation & policy for a fairer energy future.
Join our webinar to explore how youth, especially in oil-producing regions, can drive the just transition.
🗓 21 Oct | 4 PM BST
💻 English + Spanish interpretation
🔗 resourcegovernance.org/events/power...
“Previous mining booms enriched elites and left communities behind. This time must be different.” — Ibrahima Aidara, NRGI
200+ orgs urge #COP30 to put justice, rights & equity at the heart of mineral value chains.
🔗Read the letter: resourcegovernance.org/articles/glo...
How can Africa turn its mineral wealth into a fairer future?
It starts with tackling corruption and building transparency.
NRGI’s new briefing shows how:
✅ Due diligence
✅ Open contracting
🔗: resourcegovernance.org/publications/preventing-corruption-africas-transition-mineral-supply-chains
“Voluntary initiatives won’t cut it.”
In @climatechangenews.com, NRGI’s Juliana Peña Niño explains why UNEA7 must give Colombia’s minerals proposal real ambition and a binding path forward.
Reporting by @chloefarand.bsky.social 👉 www.climatechangenews.com/2025/10/03/c...
🚨 NRGI is hiring a Communications Director
We’re seeking a senior leader to shape the future of our global communications—linking insights to debates on climate, democracy & governance.
📍 Flexible (remote or any NRGI office)
📅 Apply by 10 Oct
🔗 bit.ly/4mQUFsm
Latin America’s national oil companies are central to the region’s economies, energy future and climate goals. Join our webinar tomorrow for lessons from Petrobras—as Brazil readies for #COP30.
📅 30 Sept | 10AM COT
🌐 ES/PT with EN interpretation
🔗 resourcegovernance.org/events/natio...
