In this episode of The IQT Podcast, Dr. Sarah Sewall delves into the world of critical minerals and the challenges facing the United States' supply chain security. Our guests, Nicole Richards, Nick Myers, and Oliver Gunasekara, share their expertise and innovative approaches to address these challenges. From developing biological solutions for rare earth element separation to utilizing autonomous underwater vehicles for critical mineral extraction, these industry leaders are at the forefront of technology and environmental stewardship. Join us as we explore the importance of domestic supply, responsible mining practices, and the need for government support to ensure a sustainable and secure critical minerals supply chain.
Key Takeaways
- Challenges in Critical Mineral Supply Chain Security
- Technological Solutions and Applications
- Environmental and Societal Impact
- Future Prospects and Challenges
- Government and International Partnerships
Featured in this Episode
Sarah Sewall
EVP, National Innovation Policy, IQT
Website: https://www.iqt.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsewall/
Nicole Richards
CEO, Allonnia
Website: https://allonnia.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-richards-3268b07/
Nick Myers
CEO, Phoenix Tailings
Website: https://phoenixtailings.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholaswilliammyers/
Oliver Gunasekara
CEO, Impossible Metals
Website: https://impossiblemetals.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gunasekara/
Additional Resources
- Closing the Critical Mineral Gap: https://assets.iqt.org/pdfs/Critical_Minerals_February_2023_final.pdf/web/viewer.html
- Why Will Deep Sea Mining Be Less Expensive Than Traditional Land-based Mining?: https://impossiblemetals.com/blog/why-will-deep-sea-mining-be-less-expensive-than-traditional-land-based-mining/
- Current Status of Deep Sea Mining Regulations: https://impossiblemetals.com/blog/current-status-of-deep-sea-mining-regulations/
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