Where the World’s Aluminum is Smelted, by Country

This infographic shows estimated aluminum smelter production by country in 2023, based on data from the USGS. Read more

Fluorspar: Essential for Modern Life

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Aluminum: The Metal Extraordinaire

Aluminum (or aluminium) is the world’s most common metal by crustal abundance, making up 8.2% of mass. Aluminum was not isolated all the way until 1827. Read more

Extraordinary Raw Materials in a Tesla Model S

The Model S has been lauded for its safety, range, and design. Equally impressive, however, are the raw materials that go into a Tesla Model S. Read more

The History of North American Cooperation on Aluminum and Steel

Aluminum and steel are two metals at the center of the current trade debate. This infographic provides context on the history of the metals in North America. Read more

All the World’s Metals and Minerals in One Visualization

This massive infographic reveals the dramatic scale of 2019 non-fuel mineral global production. Read more

Visualizing the Abundance of Elements in the Earth’s Crust

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

The Periodic Table of Commodity Returns (2012-2021)

Energy fuels led the way as commodity prices surged in 2021, with only precious metals providing negative returns. Read more

Visualizing the Decline of Copper Usage in EVs

The total copper per vehicle is projected to decrease by 38 kg between 2015 and 2030. Read more