Understanding global demand for steelmaking coal As demand for steel grows, so will steelmaking coal’s role in sustainable production. Visual Capitalist | February 3, 2022 | 5:18 pm
The world’s largest nickel mining companies Using data from Mining Intelligence, this graphic shows the top 10 companies by nickel production along with their market cap. Visual Capitalist | December 24, 2021 | 8:11 am
Visualizing the abundance of elements in the Earth’s crust Elements in the Earth’s crust provide all the basic building blocks for mankind. Visual Capitalist | December 7, 2021 | 7:41 am
Rare earth elements: Where in the world are they? Most rare earth elements find their uses as catalysts and magnets in traditional and low-carbon technologies. Visual Capitalist | November 23, 2021 | 7:35 am
Visualizing copper demand for renewables As the world moves towards alternative energy sources, copper will remain in high demand. Visual Capitalist | November 3, 2021 | 10:21 pm
Visualizing copper’s role in a low-carbon economy The transition to renewable energy and electrification will require tons of metals, and copper is considered the most essential. Visual Capitalist | October 5, 2021 | 4:25 pm
Visualizing the global demand for lithium Global lithium production more than doubled in the last four years. Visual Capitalist | September 30, 2021 | 10:01 am
Visualizing the economic impact of British Columbia’s Golden Triangle In 2020, the Golden Triangle accounted for roughly 44% of the $422 million in mineral exploration expenditures in British Columbia. Visual Capitalist | September 17, 2021 | 4:04 pm
Diving for Metals: Visualizing Deep Sea Mining Reserves are estimated to be worth anywhere from $8 trillion to more than $16 trillion. Visual Capitalist | August 12, 2021 | 9:45 pm
Silver through the ages: The uses of silver over time Silver is one of the most versatile metals on Earth, with a unique combination of uses both as a precious and industrial metal. Visual Capitalist | July 1, 2021 | 9:10 am
The Golden State: A closer look at mining in California With roughly $4.7 billion worth of non-fuel minerals produced in 2020, California is one of the largest states for mining and the sole source of rare earth elements in the US. Visual Capitalist | May 12, 2021 | 1:52 pm
Visualizing the $2.9bn money flow into gold exploration Five countries accounted for 75% of the money raised for top gold projects around the world. Visual Capitalist | May 5, 2021 | 6:19 am