What lies ahead for the mining industry in 2022? Explore the top 10 trends that will shape the industry in the next 12-18 months.
The next decade will witness some of the most exciting and transformative years in the mining industry’s history. What will successful mining and metals companies look like in a low-carbon, low-waste, purpose-driven future?
A convergence of factors have emphasised the need for change. Among them, of course, is the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the world of work, digitisation and the growing need to integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments with central business functions. But the biggest underlying driver and opportunity for transformation lies in the green energy transition.
Change on this scale is daunting, which is why, in its 14th year, Tracking the trends has focussed on effecting transformation. The following 10 mining industry trends provide a toolkit to help companies not only profit from whatever the future might bring, but to leave a positive social impact as their legacy.