As demand surges across key sectors like electrification, renewable energy, electric vehicles, telecommunications, and infrastructure, copper’s strategic importance is undeniable. It’s essential not only to economic growth but also to national security and technological advancement.
Yet, the copper supply chain faces growing risks from declining ore grades to geopolitical concentration making it increasingly vulnerable to disruption.
That’s why copper is being recommended for inclusion on the 2025 U.S. Critical Minerals List. Recognizing its role in enabling the energy transition and the need for secure, resilient supply chains is a step toward future-proofing our economy(Department of the Interior Releases Draft 2025 List of Critical Minerals | U.S. Department of the Interior, 2025).
Reference:
Department of the Interior releases draft 2025 List of Critical Minerals | U.S. Department of the Interior. (2025, August 25). [Press Release]. https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/department-interior-releases-draft-2025-list-critical-minerals
