Join Andrea Hotter, special correspondent at Fastmarkets, in the fifth episode of Fastmarkets’ Fast Forward podcast as she delves into the pivotal role of lithium in the global energy transition.

This episode reveals the indispensable nature of lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Despite its critical importance, the lithium market faces turbulent pricing and heavy reliance on China's supply chain, alongside a recent dip in electric vehicle adoption.

Andrea is joined by Eric Norris, president of Energy Storage at Albemarle Corporation and a seasoned expert in specialty chemicals. Eric shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities within the lithium industry, offering a comprehensive view of what lies ahead. 

In this episode, Kathleen Quirk, CEO and president of leading copper producer Freeport-McMoRan, shares her insights on the current buzz surrounding copper. The conversation explores the driving forces behind copper’s surging demand, its persistent supply challenges and the revival of interest in M&A as companies seek to buy, not build.

In the latest episode we delve into the influence of geopolitics on the energy transition with Jeremy Weir, the Executive Chairman and CEO of Trafigura. Jeremy brings a wealth of experience in critical minerals, navigating the realms of metals, minerals, oil and renewables.

Our host Andrea Hotter interviews Fastmarkets’ Head of Battery Raw Materials, Paul Lusty, as he shares his market outlook for the supply and demand of key materials used in the production of batteries and electric vehicles through 2030.

In this pilot episode, we're joined by Helaina Matza, Special Coordinator for Global Infrastructure and Investment at the US Department of State.

Fast Forward is the brand new critical minerals and battery raw materials podcast from Fastmarkets. Listen to the teaser trailer.