Illegal capacity and pollution: two threats facing the Chinese aluminium industry

• 01 8月 2017

China released policies in April cracking down on illegal smelting capacities. How much is at risk?

Metals & Mining Corporate Tool

Global in-depth coverage of the metals and mining industry to inform your investment strategy.

What’s the future for Chinese iron ore mines?

• 08 4月 2017

If previously closed Chinese mines re-enter the market, how likely are they to resume production and to what capacity?

Global nickel outlook: a pendulum of uncertainty

• 24 3月 2017

Since 1 January 2017, the nickel price has swung wildly on sentiment alone. Facing a relaxed export ban in Indonesia and potential mine closures in The Philippines, a great deal of uncertainty surrounds the market, which feeds China’s nickel pig iron (NPI) production and thus, the market for stainless steel.

Back to the future: the Horizons year in review

• 09 12月 2021

We touched on a number of issues this year with our new thought-leadership series. Post-COP26, it's time to review the articles and put them in recent context.

Li-ion battery recycling not expected to take off before 2030

• 08 12月 2021

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery recycling is not expected to take off before 2030, according to a new report by Wood Mackenzie.

Steel sector emissions must fall 75% under 2°C scenario

• 10 8月 2021

Carbon emissions in the steel sector must fall by 75% from today’s levels to limit global warming to within 2 degree Celsius (°C), says Wood Mackenzie.

China announces 'indefinite suspension of activities' under Strategic Economic Dialogue with Australia

• 06 5月 2021

China’s state planner the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced today an “indefinite suspension of all activities under China-Australia Strategic Economic Dialogue”. Wood Mackenzie experts weigh in on the event.

Carbon neutrality goal forces Chinese aluminium smelters away from captive coal power

• 19 4月 2021

China’s march towards carbon neutrality is forcing its aluminium smelters away from using captive coal-fired power, says Wood Mackenzie.

Metals and Mining Briefing | Capturing value from carbon taxes

• 08 7月 2021

Join us on Thursday 8th July for a discussion with Wood Mackenzie’s senior metals and mining experts to understand how carbon taxes and stakeholder pressure are reshaping the metals and mining investment environment.

Wood Mackenzie expands energy transition expertise with acquisition of Roskill

• 18 6月 2021

Wood Mackenzie is pleased to announce its acquisition of Roskill, a privately-owned company and leader in metals and materials supply chain intelligence.

Next commodities supercycle will be driven by global energy transition

• 15 7月 2021

Another commodities supercycle is on the horizon, but it will be different from any that have come before. Fossil fuels won’t be in the vanguard and the winners will be the industrial metals needed to electrify society - cobalt, lithium, copper, nickel, and aluminium.

ArcelorMittal to take green steel honours with Sestao plan

• 13 7月 2021

European steelmaker ArcelorMittal today announced plans to become the world’s first steelmaker to produce fossil-free steel using virgin iron. ArcelorMittal, the world’s second largest steelmaker and Europe’s largest producer, plans to produce fossil-free steel via a process known as H-DRI-EAF.

What would an EU carbon border adjustment mechanism mean?

• 14 7月 2021

The EU Commission proposed a carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM) as part of today’s “Fit for 55” package. James Whiteside, global head of multi-commodity research at Wood Mackenzie, said: “As the first mechanism of its kind, the CBAM is being designed in consultation with industry to avoid unintended consequences. “A CBAM that does not cover a substantial portion of the production chain will encourage carbon leakage - pushing emissions beyond the borders of the EU or shifting competition between EU and non-EU producers to the next stage of the value chain.”

Slower H2 demand across most commodities in China

• 28 7月 2021

Demand across most commodities in China is expected to slow down in the second half of 2021, according to Wood Mackenzie’s new monthly China Economic Focus report.

China’s CATL launches sodium-ion battery

• 29 7月 2021

China’s CATL unveiled its newly-developed sodium-ion battery at a launch event today.

Asia Pacific FTM storage costs to decline 30% by 2025

• 19 1月 2021

All-in front-of-the-meter (FTM) battery storage system costs in Asia Pacific markets could decline by more than 30% by 2025, says Wood Mackenzie.

China’s green ambitions can complement energy security and economic goals

• 18 3月 2021

Wood Mackenzie’s latest report reveals that China’s march towards carbon neutrality by 2060 can complement both energy security and economic goals.

Lead: things to look for in 2024

• 25 1月 2024

Opportunities as well as threats will be highlighted in 2024

Rare earths: 5 things to look for in 2024

• 25 1月 2024

Decarbonisation of key sectors, such as transport, and increasing renewable energy generation is driving demand for rare earth permanent magnets.

Graphite: 5 things to look for in 2024

• 25 1月 2024

China’s influence on graphite supply chains will remain at the core of industry trends in 2024.

Iron ore: 5 things to look for in 2024

• 25 1月 2024

The global iron ore markets will continue to witness fluctuating growth trends in 2024.

Gridlock: the demand dilemma facing the US power industry

• 17 10月 2024

This research piece addresses what will be the central theme of US power markets over the next couple of years and potentially beyond.

Industry Fundamentals

• 29 6月 2017

Draw on our in-depth knowledge of commodity markets and their fundamental drivers to make informed business decisions that create value.

Commercial Advisory

• 29 6月 2017

Optimise your most important business decisions with our detailed commercial understanding and industry experience.

Metals & Mining

• 29 6月 2017

Our Mining and metals Consulting Team is dedicated to serving clients across every segment of the mined materials value chains - from exploration and product transformation to end use consumption.

Strategy & Organisation

• 29 6月 2017

Build a well-articulated strategy that can fulfil your objectives, sustain investment and enable solid growth, with a robust organisation to underpin and sustain your achievements

Metals & Mining: Latest Thinking

• 29 6月 2017

Interested in the most recent metals and mining coverage? Explore our expert insight and latest thinking into the commodities market at Wood Mackenzie.

Commercial Advisory: Latest Thinking

• 29 6月 2017

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Strategy & Organisation: Latest Thinking

• 29 6月 2017

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