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This blog is intended to contribute to the debate on next generation resources, share market views, and general reflections on the industry. The views expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the Trafigura Group.

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Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) view in the resource sector

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Why responsible sourcing of metals is more important than ever

As the transition to a net-zero economy gathers pace, attention is being brought to bear on how the world is going to source the vital materials that will enable decarbonisation at scale.

Posted by James Nicholson on July 06, 2021

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How commodities trading can help the world decarbonise

Transparency on carbon in commodity supply chains could drive emission reductions.

Posted by Jeremy Weir on June 16, 2021

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Time for IMO to act on a global shipping carbon levy

Maritime carbon emissions have been increasingly in focus over the last year, as nations and companies around the globe have stepped up and made it a focused agenda point. The momentum towards an intensified global decarbonisation effort is unmistakable in the preparations for the crucial COP-26 summit.

Posted by Rasmus Bach Nielsen on June 14, 2021

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Articles specific to the resource sector from invited experts in the Resource field. If you are interested in contributing please email enquiries@trafigura.com.

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Surviving and thriving in the era of shipping decarbonisation

Dr. Tristan Smith shares his views on the threats and opportunities ahead for the global shipping industry as it seeks to move towards decarbonisation.

Posted by Dr. Tristan Smith on March 23, 2021

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Rethinking compliance and sustainability through collective action

Vanessa Hans from the Basel Institute puts forward the case for a collective approach by the private and public sectors as well as civil society and international organisations to develop good and universal compliance, sustainability and human rights practices.

Posted by Vanessa Hans on February 11, 2021

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Covid-19: A chance to put social impact on the corporate agenda once and for all?

Impact-driven initiatives easily fall off the list of corporate priorities. But the current crisis could change that – and corporate foundations and other corporate social investors are uniquely placed to use their influence. EVPA's Karoline Heitmann shares four ways they can take a lead.

Posted by Karoline Heitmann on June 01, 2020

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Articles on the economics of the resource sector, market commentary and crystal ball gazing by Saad Rahim, Chief Economist, Trafigura Group.

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Helping drive Europe’s green future

The commissioning of Terrafame’s new battery chemicals plant in Finland is timed right for the market, writes Amin Zahir of Trafigura

Posted by Amin Zahir on March 16, 2021

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Can the “Green Shoots” survive the winter?

Trade war or peace? Growth or gloom? How does the macro environment look going into the end of 2019 and the start of 2020?

Posted by Saad Rahim on December 03, 2019

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