The cobalt supply chain in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

The minerals and metals powering the electric vehicle revolution have become the oil of the 21st century. The most important of these is currently cobalt and the best place to find it is the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). As global powers rush to secure access to the resource, how do we begin to consider the equitable use of these resources and the geopolitical tensions they inspire?

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Key Highlights:

  • Discover the key players in the cobalt industry who stand to benefit the most from cobalt exploitation.
  • Understand how the cobalt industry is tainted by the shadow of abusive labour practices, including child labour.
  • Grow your understanding of who will control the future of mobility. 

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Published Date:

September 2023

The cobalt supply chain in the Democratic Republic of the Congo