Critical minerals
Critical minerals
Webinar 5 - On demand
Securing Australia’s competitive advantage to meet the world’s critical minerals needs
Australia’s rich natural endowment of critical minerals is one of the largest in the world. However, without strong planning and management, this does not ensure long-term sustainable success.
The panel discussed how Australia can:
- Capitalise on this unique opportunity and build upon its competitive advantage
- Utilise innovative thinking to become a leading supplier to meet the world’s critical minerals needs
Panellists
Amanda Lacaze
Dr Chris Vernon
Marnie Finlayson
Megan McCracken GAICD
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