The demand for energy transition related metals is expected to grow over the next three decades. For instance, demand for lithium is forecast to reach up to *** metric tons by 2030, and up to *** tons by 2050. Meanwhile, the global demand for zinc is estimated to range between *** and *** metric tons by 2030, and between *** and *** tons by 2050. Some of these metals are used in wind turbines or electric vehicles.
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