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The State of Play in Battery Metals Episode 3 | Andrea Hotter, Special Correspondent, Fastmarkets

Jan 25, 2025
Andrea Hotter, Special Correspondent at Fastmarkets, dives into the fast-changing world of battery metals. She discusses how recent executive orders from the President could reshape the landscape for electric vehicles and critical minerals. The conversation touches on the transition to alternative battery technologies like sodium ion and solid-state batteries, along with the impact of trade policies and tariffs on inflation. Hotter also highlights challenges facing U.S. suppliers in competing with imports from China while addressing the implications for climate initiatives.
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  • Recent executive orders by the U.S. President could undermine electric vehicle initiatives, creating uncertainty for manufacturers amid shifting energy priorities.
  • The push for securing domestic supply chains for battery metals highlights a strategic shift away from foreign dependence, emphasizing resource security.

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Impact of Executive Orders on Battery Metals

Recent executive orders signed by the U.S. President have significant implications for the battery metals market. These orders aim to reshape the landscape for energy production focusing on domestic resources while potentially sidelining electric vehicle (EV) initiatives. Specific areas, such as electric vehicle charging infrastructure and climate change funding, may face reductions in support, creating uncertainty in investment for EV manufacturers. As a result, industries tied to oil, gas, and traditional energy sources could be favored, contrasting with the de-prioritization of climate-focused initiatives.

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