The energy sector accounts for 40% of the value of global commodity exports. And there’s a key product within it that dominates international trade. Read more
Global steel production has tripled over the past 50 years, with China’s steel production eclipsing the rest of the world. Read more
Smartphones can contain ~80% of the stable elements on the periodic table. This graphic details the critical metals you carry in your pocket. Read more
What drives some of the world’s emerging economies? From natural resources to giant banks, here are the top 10 biggest companies in Brazil. Read more
Rare earth elements are the critical ingredients for a greener economy, making their reserves increasingly valuable to global supply chains. Read more
In 2020, solar power saw its largest-ever annual capacity expansion at 127 gigawatts. Here’s a snapshot of solar power capacity by country. Read more
The Earth’s crust makes up 1% of the planet’s volume, but provides all the material we use. What elements make up this thin layer we stand on? Read more
Energy fuels led the way as commodity prices surged in 2021, with only precious metals providing negative returns. Read more
Despite being the world’s biggest carbon emitter, China is also a key producer of most of the critical minerals for the green revolution. Read more
This graphic lists all minerals that are deemed critical to both the economic and national security of the United States. Read more