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Restructuring Critical Mineral Supply Chains

Resilient Renewables for a Sustainable Future

  • 1st Edition - February 1, 2027
  • Latest edition
  • Authors: Samuel Chukwujindu Nwokolo, Mahaad Issa Shammas, Ibrahim B. Mansir
  • Language: English

Resilient Renewables: Restructuring Critical Mineral Supply Chains for a Fair and Sustainable Energy Future explores innovative strategies for transforming critical mineral supply… Read more

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Description

Resilient Renewables: Restructuring Critical Mineral Supply Chains for a Fair and Sustainable Energy Future explores innovative strategies for transforming critical mineral supply chains to support a sustainable and equitable energy future. The book emphasizes the importance of advanced scenario modeling to assess and enhance supply chain resilience amid increasing global demand and geopolitical challenges. It discusses specific models—such as DSDE, REDDS, ISSCM, GCRE, RCO, and CARI—that are applied to key minerals like copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite, rare earths, and magnets. These frameworks help forecast future supply uncertainties, optimize resource management, and promote environmentally responsible practices, including recycling and circular economy approaches. The book also examines the geopolitical implications of critical mineral dependencies and proposes data-driven, climate-resilient solutions to ensure stable supplies. By integrating comprehensive modeling techniques with policy and technological insights, it offers a roadmap for building resilient, fair, and sustainable mineral supply chains to meet the energy demands of the future.

Key features

  • Outlines the development and implementation of 16 cutting-edge, climate-aware, scenario-based computational models that allow actors to rapidly analyze, assess, and maximize mineral supply chains to meet diverse geopolitical, ecological, and technological circumstances
  • Examines comprehensive, sector-by-sector case studies for critical minerals such as copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt, graphite, and rare earth, that offer practical understanding specific to substantial-globe obstacles, such as water shortages, artisanal mining ethical issues, processing obstacles, and demand spikes triggered by EVs and green implementation
  • Provides a critical assessment of regulatory, technological developments, and funding levers—including carbon tax induces, circular economy expanding routes, and transparency structures—empowering experts through the government, company, and educational institutions to develop flexible, legally sustainable, and future-prepared mineral tactics

Readership

Researchers and engineers in Mining, Mineral Supply Chain, Renewable Power, and Ecological Sustainability

Table of contents

1. The Critical Minerals Imperative

2. Cutting-Edge Scenario Models for Critical Mineral Supply Chain Resilience

3. Application of DSDE, REDDS, and ISSCM Models for Copper Supply Chain

4. Utilization of DICD, CARI, RCO Models for Lithium Supply Chain

5. Implementation of GCRE, RCO, ISSCM Models for Nickel Supply Chain

6. Practical Use of GCRE, CARI, CEI Models for Cobalt Supply Chain

7. Effectiveness of REDDS, DICD, CEI Models for Graphite Supply Chain

8. Practical Implementations of RCO, GCRE, ISSCM Models for Rare Earths (Magnets) Supply Chain

9. Transforming Lithium Futures: Integrating CARI-DICD Models for Climate-Resilient, Data-Driven Supply Chains

10. Electrifying Uncertainty: Modeling Copper Supply Chains through DSDE and ISSCM Frameworks for a Resilient Energy Future

11. From Sulfides to Sovereignty: RCO-GCRE and DSDE-ISSCM Models for Resilient Nickel Futures

12. Cobalt at a Crossroads: Modeling Ethical Traceability and Circular Substitution through GCRE and CEI Frameworks

13. Decoding Graphite Futures: Modeling Demand Shocks and Circular Purity Pathways via REDDS and CEI Frameworks

14. Magnetic Geopolitics: Modeling Rare Earth Magnet Sovereignty through RCO and ISSCM Frameworks

15. Advanced Scenario Models with Sensitivity Analysis for Critical Mineral Supply Chain Resilience

16. Critical Minerals in Crisis: Integrated Modeling with Sensitivity of Supply Chain Disruptions and Resilience Pathways to 2040

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: February 1, 2027
  • Language: English

About the authors

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Samuel Chukwujindu Nwokolo

Dr. Samuel Chukwujindu Nwokolo is a distinguished figure in the field of renewable energy and climate science activism. With a strong educational background, he holds a BSc. Physics (Renewable Energy), MSc. Physics (Atmospheric Physics/Meteorology), PhD Physics (Atmospheric Physics/Meteorology (In View)). His passion for sustainable solutions and his deep understanding of the environmental challenges we face today have propelled him to the forefront of the movement. Through his extensive research and practical experience, He has become an advocate for renewable energy adoption and an expert in climate science. His expertise lies not only in theoretical knowledge but also in hands-on implementation, making him a valuable asset in the pursuit of a greener future. His dedication to raising awareness about renewable energy's potential to combat climate change is evident through his numerous speaking engagements, publications, and active involvement in various environmental organizations. He has been actively involved in renewable energy and climate science research for nine years. Research covered aspects of Solar Energy, Smart Energy Systems, and Sustainable Development Studies (sustainable cities and resources, building integrated photovoltaics for sustainable architecture).

Affiliations and expertise
University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria

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Mahaad Issa Shammas

Dr. Shammas Issa Mahaad is a highly accomplished civil engineer with over 25 years of experience specializing in sustainable infrastructure development. His expertise lies in implementing cutting-edge technologies and green practices to create environmentally friendly and cost-effective solutions for urban development projects. Dr. Shammes is dedicated to promoting sustainability and resilience in infrastructure design, ensuring long-term benefits for communities and the environment. Dr. Mahaad is an Associate Professor at Dhofar University in Salalah, Oman, specializing in environmental engineering and sustainable improvement solutions. With a background in engineering, water resource management, and renewable energy. Dr. Shammas has made significant contributions to both research and industry.

Affiliations and expertise
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at College of Engineering, Dhofar University, Salalah, Oman

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Ibrahim B. Mansir

Dr. Ibrahim B. Mansir is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia. His areas of special interest are in clean and renewable energy. He is dedicated to exploring innovative solutions that address the pressing challenges of clean and sustainable energy development. Prior to joining Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Dr. Ibrahim had made significant contributions to the field through his research and academic pursuits, establishing himself as a respected authority in the realm of clean and renewable energy. Dr. Ibrahim is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse background in energy systems analysis, optimization, renewable energy, and nuclear energy. With extensive experience in academia and the research industry, Ibrahim has taught at universities and conducted research projects across the Middle East and Africa. His innovative approach to problem-solving and his ability to bridge the gap between theory and practice make him a valuable asset in any professional setting. Dr. Ibrahim is a highly accomplished and renowned mechanical engineer with an impressive publication record.

Affiliations and expertise
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia