Resourcing Tomorrow 2024: Here’s What You Need to Know

Break out of the echo chamber at Resourcing Tomorrow

The key theme for this year’s event is "Breaking Out of the Echo Chamber," as the mining sector has a unique opportunity to lead the global shift by forging new partnerships with governments, energy companies and original equipment manufacturers.

“Resourcing Tomorrow aims to unite the efforts of the mining industry and their broader partners in accelerating the path to net zero,” Resourcing Tomorrow Divisional Director Andrew Thake said during the conference’s program release.

“By initiating a discussion that reaches beyond the conventional mining industry, we create the foundation for a more coordinated, collaborative and successful response to the challenges presented by the energy transition."

This year’s comprehensive program will feature three simultaneous theaters covering the entire mining value chain over the course of three days.

The event will host over 250 speakers, including keynote presentations from figures such as:

• Mark Cutifani, chair of Vale Base Metals, a subsidiary of Vale (NYSE:VALE)
• Mark Bristow, president and CEO of Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX,NYSE:GOLD)
• Rohitesh Dawan, president and CEO of the International Council on Mining and Metals
• Lamé Verre, co-founder and chair of Lean In Equity & Sustainability, award-winning energy executive
• Julie-Ann Adams, secretary general of the European Battery Recycling Association

One of the core focuses will be on the energy transition, exploring the demand for critical minerals essential for renewable energy technologies. As the world shifts towards solar, wind and geothermal power, the mining industry is tasked with meeting the increasing demand for minerals in a sustainable and responsible manner.

Other key topics will include geopolitics and supply chains, where discussions will address the challenges posed by resource nationalism and trade wars, as well as the opportunities for building resilient, diversified supply chains.

Resourcing Tomorrow to promote global networking

The conference will also serve as a global platform for mining and energy professionals to connect, collaborate and form strategic partnerships.Attendees will include government representatives from countries such as Australia, Canada, Nigeria, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom and the US.

Over 175 mining companies, including industry giants Barrick Gold, BHP (LSE:BHP,ASX:BHP,NYSE:BHP) and Freeport-McMoRan (NYSE:FCX), will be present, along with more than 500 industry investors.

In addition, the NextGen Leaders program will provide students and recent graduates with a platform to engage with industry leaders and explore career opportunities. This initiative aims to address the skills gap and ensure a diverse and talented future workforce for the mining industry.

The event will also feature several additions, including government roundtables, breakfast briefings and the Resourcing Tomorrow Connect platform, which facilitates one-on-one meetings between attendees. These sessions will cover critical topics such as green steel, emissions reporting and the role of OEMs in supply chains.

Register for Resourcing Tomorrow now

With an agenda-packed program including significant industry and government figures and filled with networking opportunities, Resourcing Tomorrow is setting up to be an impactful event for attendees.

Early bird registrations are open until September 20. Details on sponsorship packages, passes and other information can be found on the event’s official website.