Why the critical minerals race has stepped up another gear
In August 2026, the US Administration announced $2bn in funding for critical mineral and battery-related projects, reflecting how securing the supply chains for these essential industrial ingredients continues to climb up the political agenda.
Energy from underground: Why geothermal energy is such a hot proposition
In late 2024, geothermal energy from the Earth was projected to supply as much as 15% of global electricity demand between now and 2050, according to the International Energy Agency. Only two years earlier, geothermal’s share had been expected to remain at 1% for the foreseeable future. Maria Burke asks what has changed.