There are 244,000 metric tons of known gold reserves. And 8 billion people. Here's the answer to: what if gold was shared equally?
Australia tops the list, with its major mining companies totaling $353 billion in market cap.
Three countries account for almost 90% of the lithium produced in the world.
Global gold production has grown exponentially since the 1800s, with 86% of all above-ground gold mined in the last 200 years.
Australia and Chile stand out as the largest producers of lithium, accounting for almost 77% of global supply.
Cobalt, an essential component for certain types of EV batteries, has seen a significant shift in its global production landscape.
Lithium production has grown exponentially over the last few decades. Which countries produce the most lithium, and how has this mix evolved?
Battery demand for electric vehicles, energy storage systems, and portable electronic devices is propelling lithium mining around the planet.
Where in the world are the largest gold mines?
Coal came under scrutiny for its high carbon emissions at COP26, but many countries are forecasted to increase coal production until 2024.