This webinar will examine how the UK is approaching critical minerals, essential components for computer hardware, electric vehicles, consumer tech and devices we all rely on. However getting access to a secure, stable supply of minerals is difficult, and made harder by increasing environmental concerns, real human rights issues in the supply chain, geopolitical tensions and increasing demand. This webinar will discuss the UK strategy for critical minerals, identify the major risks for tech firms, what is happening in other jurisdictions and tips for firms facing these challenges.

Agenda:

  • 3:00pm - 3:05pm  Introduction and welcome – Lewis Walmesley-Browne, techUK
  • 3:05pm - 3:30pm  The UK Critical Mineral Strategy overview and next steps - Raj Takhar, Assent Compliance
  • 3:30pm - 3:50pm  How the extractive and mineral sector developing best practice and engaging with end users – Jeff Townsend, Critical Mineral Association UK
  • 3:50pm - 4:15pm  How can tech firms sustainably and reliably source minerals? Catherine Tyson, Intel
  • 4:15pm - 4:30pm Q&A
Craig Melson

Craig Melson

Associate Director for Climate, Environment and Sustainability, techUK

Lucas Banach

Lucas Banach

Programme Assistant, Data Centres, Climate, Environment and Sustainability, Market Access, techUK

 

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