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Critical Minerals, Critical Constraints

The Theory of Constraints was developed in 1984 by Dr. Eliyahu Goldratt, an Israeli business management consultant.  Goldratt’s key insight was that every process has at any time one key constraint that limits production flow.  Once the constraint is identified and resolved (through a combination of quick fix and more structural improvements), the next constraint becomes apparent and can be similarly attacked.  The Theory of Constraints (ToC) has since become a powerful management tool frequently used in supply chain and manufacturing.  ToC can also provide insight into the policy maker actions required to hit aggressive regulatory and production targets for EV sales.

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Minerals & Materials

More Electricity Production Key to EU’s Green Future

Most fears around Europe’s energy crisis have dissipated thanks to a warm winter and emergency measures adopted by the European Union (EU) and its members. EU countries seem to have some breathing room as they implement their ambitious plan to speed up the deployment of renewables and zero-emission vehicles

topics: critical minerals, Electric Vehicles, supply chains
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Minerals & Materials

Supply Chain Crunch Encourages Miners To Look Closer To Home

As supply chain disruptions continue and permitting remains a lengthy process, mining companies are revisiting the tailings from previous operations.

topics: critical minerals, supply chains
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The U.S. Critical Minerals List Might Soon Include Nickel. What Does That Mean?

Nickel's inclusion on the critical minerals list would lend new government focus to a mineral in growing demand.

topics: critical minerals
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Ford’s Big Bet on EVs

Ford announces the largest investment in its 118-year history with a decisive jump into electric vehicles.

topics: critical minerals, Electric Vehicles
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IEA: Shortage of Critical Minerals Could Delay Energy Transition

The IEA warns that the current supply of critical minerals will not be enough to meet the energy transition demand.

topics: critical minerals, Electric Vehicles
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Advancing Mobility

The United States Must Develop Its CASE Supply Chain To Make Cruise AV Milestone Count

Cruise intends to be the first company to test its fully driverless vehicles on the dense city streets of San Francisco.

topics: autonomous vehicles, critical minerals, Electric Vehicles, Geopolitics, supply chains
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IEA: EVs to Gain More Market Share

While EV sales have taken a hit during the pandemic, analysts believe it will not derail the march toward electrification.

topics: Electric Vehicles
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Minerals & Materials

A Win-Win Opportunity: EV Battery Recycling, the Environment and Energy Security

While recycling end-of-life EV batteries presents both opportunities and challenges, sourcing critical materials for future applications holds significant potential for the domestic EV supply chain and ultimately U.S. energy security.

topics: critical minerals, Electric Vehicles
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The United States Lags On Critical EV Minerals Development

As the electric vehicle market matures, increasing attention is being paid to the United States' critical mineral supply chain.

topics: critical minerals, Electric Vehicles
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Energy Security

NDAA Provides Opportunity To Counter China’s Strategic EV Ambitions

Beijing views the capture of the EV supply chain as a strategic priority. The United States can counter this by agreeing to small amendment in the Nation Defense Authorization Act.

topics: critical minerals, Electric Vehicles