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Copper Shortage Predicted by 2040 Due to Rising Demand
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The world is projected to face a significant copper shortage by 2040, with demand potentially exceeding supply by 25%. This critical mineral is essential for various industries, including data centers and electric vehicles. Companies, such as AI minerals startup KoBold, are actively seeking solutions to address this impending shortfall, having raised substantial funding to explore copper resources.
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