Session 5: Energy Storage - Battery metals evolution & coming revolution (60mins)
Discussing underlying supply/demand factors for key metals and minerals for Li-Ion based technologies,. Discussion on the ‘new kids on the block’ competing with Li-Ion, such as LOHC which consumes key metals like PGM’s, Titanium, Tungsten and Aluminium, and REDOX Flow batteries which need Vanadium, Stainless Steel and Aluminium.
The session will also examine the drivers and challenges faced by policymakers and motor manufacturers who are committing to the replacement of traditional transportation power units like ICE’s (Internal Combustion Engines) with full EV solutions across all passenger and commercial logistical networks. How are these positively and negatively impacting Mining in Africa for the future and what are the opportunities for the establishment of a full metals value chain to enable battery manufacture in Africa?