Green metals is a term used to describe a set of metals that are utilized in clean energy applications and can help achieve net zero emissions targets.[1] [2] These metals include copper, nickel, silver, zinc, cobalt, neodymium, graphite, lithium, manganese, and molybdenum.[2] [3]
Copper is used in technologies such as wind, solar, hydro, nuclear, and geothermal, as well as in electric vehicles and batteries.[2] Manganese and molybdenum play roles in wind, hydro, and geothermal energy generation.[2]
Aluminum and steel are components of panels and turbines.[2] Copper is utilized in various items, including cables and vehicles.[2] Cobalt, lithium, and nickel are used in components of EV battery cathodes, with graphite serving as the primary anode material.[2] Neodymium, a magnetic rare earth metal, is used in certain EV motors and turbine generators.[2]