How can we scale up mining for the energy transition — without costing the earth?

Metals are everywhere — from smartphones and wind turbines to electric vehicles and the infrastructure powering our daily lives. In the final episode of the first series of the Mined Shift podcast, host Sam Pauly is joined by Bryony Clear Hill, Director of Innovation at the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) and Paula Cousins, Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer at Weir. Together, they connect the dots between innovation and sustainability, exploring what it will take to scale up mining for the energy transition while cleaning up the industry’s environmental impact.

Discover why mining is essential to a low-carbon future, and why recycling alone can’t meet soaring demand for critical minerals like copper, lithium and nickel. Learn how the sector is tackling its biggest challenges: using less energy, using water wisely, reducing waste, and driving transformation through technology and collaboration. Hear how systems thinking, circularity and new partnerships are helping mining deliver more with less, and why the sector needs a new generation of problem solvers, engineers and innovators.

We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. 

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Gold is everywhere — in smartphones, medical devices, solar panels and even COVID tests. In episode 5 of the Mined Shift podcast, host Sam Pauly is joined by Dr Stacy Hope (ERM, Impact Facility and Women in Mining UK) and Erik Vlot (Global Tailings Director, Weir) to explore gold’s surprising uses, the realities of mining and the challenges of meeting growing demand responsibly. 

Discover why gold is critical for digital transformation and clean energy, from its unbeatable conductivity to its role in solar and wind technology. Learn how the industry is tackling environmental and social challenges – from tailings management and water use to supporting artisanal and small-scale miners. Hear about the importance of traceability, stability and partnerships in building a more sustainable gold supply chain. 

We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. 

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What are the biggest hurdles facing battery metals today — and how can we overcome them to build a truly sustainable energy transition? 

Batteries are driving the electrification of everything and are crucial for decarbonisation. Lithium-ion and next-generation batteries power our phones, cars and future grids, transforming how we live and move. These technologies can tackle tough challenges — like decarbonising road transport with quick charging and extended range, electrifying flight, and enabling large-scale energy storage. But can we secure enough lithium, nickel and cobalt to meet soaring demand sustainably? 

In episode 4 of Mined Shift, Sam Pauly talks to Jeremy Wrathall, Founder of Cornish Lithium, and Dr Daniel Cairns, Senior Technical Consultant at Worley, about the race for battery metals, the innovations making mining cleaner, and why new talent matters. Discover how recycling, new technologies and a shift in mindset can build a resilient supply chain — and why inspiring the next generation is vital for progress. 

We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. 

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Steel is everywhere — from wind turbines and washing machines to skyscrapers and electric vehicles. In episode 3 of the Mined Shift podcast, host Sam Pauly is joined by Sean Parsons, Director of External Relations at Ampeak Energy and Stuart Hayton, Divisional VP of Comminution and MD Netherlands at Weir. Together, they unpack the shift to green steel: what it means, why it matters, and what it will take to scale up production sustainably. 

Discover why the journey to green steel is so complex — from the need for higher grade iron ore and new technologies, to the realities of cost, collaboration and supply chain transformation. Learn how innovation, partnerships and a change in mindset can accelerate progress, and why scaling up and cleaning up steel production is critical for the energy transition. 

We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. 

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How will we secure enough copper to meet the world’s growing needs? 

Copper is at the heart of the energy transition, but sourcing it sustainably is a global challenge. In episode 2 of the Mined Shift podcast, host Sam Pauly is joined by Merlyn Gregory, Partner and Sustainability and Climate Strategy Lead at Deloitte, and Dr Robin Armstrong, Mining Sector Leader at the Natural History Museum. Together, they explore where copper comes from, why demand is set to nearly double by 2035, and what it will take to scale supply responsibly. 

Discover why copper supply is so complex—from the geology of deposits in South America and Africa, to the realities of permitting, infrastructure and the social licence to operate. Learn how innovation, digital tools and partnerships are helping the industry overcome barriers, and why recycling and circularity are critical in building a more resilient copper supply chain. 

We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. 

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What is copper used for and why do we need it?

Copper isn’t just a metal—it’s the backbone of the technologies driving our world forward. From electric vehicles and solar panels to AI and data centres, copper powers the systems that power us. 

In the debut episode of the Mined Shift podcast, host Sam Pauly sits down with Jon Stanton, CEO of Weir, and Menno Sanderse, CFO of Copper at Rio Tinto, to unpack copper’s critical role in the clean energy transition.

We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. 

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A 6-part podcast series that contextualises the mining world in our everyday lives.

We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. 

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