New Mining Sector Trends Are Exacerbating Water Risks
Guest article by Phesheya Nxumalo and Patrick Schroeder l Chatham House The energy transition is bringing heightened demand for critical minerals and with it new developments in where and how minerals will be sourced. New trends in mineral exploration and production will have implications for water resources and water use. In this piece, we remark on three […]
Hungry for knowledge, hungry for change: How capacity building of the ASM sector can drive progress on the ground
Lithium is at the forefront of the clean energy transition. In this article, Robin Smith, geologist and project manager at the World Resources Forum, takes us on a tour of the world of lithium in Zimbabwe and how the artisanal and small scale mining (ASM) sector can play an important role in sourcing this highly […]
Plastics and Flame Retardants: Balancing Safety and Sustainability
Within the realm of plastics, there is a delicate – often underdiscussed – interplay between fire safety and environmental impact. This Think Piece by Adrien Specker explores innovative approaches and proactive strategies shaping a more sustainable future for flame retardants in plastics. Plastics, once hailed as revolutionary materials for their versatility and convenience, are increasingly […]
Rethink the value of resources for sustainability and human wellbeing
While the COP28 presidency celebrates an “historic deal” to transition away from fossil fuels, we must remind ourselves that the future wellbeing of human societies in a livable planet depends on more than that. Keeping fossil fuels in the ground is a necessary condition, but not a sufficient one. To achieve the ultimate goal, we […]
Cobalt unveiled: navigating the complex world of artisanal cobalt mining
Cobalt has taken center stage as a vital component in the clean energy transition. In this article, Robin Smith, geologist and project manager at the World Resources Forum, invites us to delve into the intricate realm of artisanal cobalt mining, shedding light on its significance and challenges in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Explore the […]
Key takeaways from the 1st International Summit
In this article, Adjunct Professor David Ness, UniSA STEM, University of South Australia, provides us with a detailed account of the main discussions and takeaways resulting from the first International Sufficiency Summit (May 4, Paris-Adelaide). As supporting partner to the event, the World Resources Forum will leverage these findings and ideas for continued discussion at the […]
Sufficiency: are we ready to embrace the greatest innovation challenge of our time?
In affluent societies, the prevailing mindset often revolves around the pursuit of “more”: more possessions, more wealth, more consumption. Sufficiency challenges this mindset by reframing the concept of progress and wellbeing. By embracing sufficiency, we can embark on a journey of discovery and innovation, exploring creative solutions that may enable us to achieve shared wellbeing […]