Mining
Tahoe Resources Inc. (TSX: THO)
Tahoe Resources Inc. is a publicly traded company (TSX:THO /NYSE:TAHO) led by experienced mining professionals who are dedicated to the responsible production of precious metals in the Americas. The Escobal Project in Guatemala will contribute 2% to the country’s GDP when up and running.
Investor Education
An Investor’s Guide to Copper in 3 Charts
Explore three key insights into the future of the copper market, from soaring demand to potential supply constraints.

An Investor’s Guide to Copper
Copper is the world’s third-most utilized industrial metal and the linchpin of many clean energy technologies. It forms the vital connections in our electricity networks, grid storage systems, and electric vehicles.
In the above infographic, iShares digs into the forces that are set to shape the future of the copper landscape.
How Much Copper Do We Need?
Copper is poised to experience a remarkable 54% surge in demand from 2022 to 2050.
Here’s a breakdown of the expected demand for copper across clean energy technologies.
Technology | 2022 (kt) | 2050P (kt) |
---|---|---|
Electricity networks | 4364 | 8862 |
Other low emissions power generation | 93.7 | 142.2 |
Solar PV | 756.8 | 1879.8 |
Grid battery storage | 24.6 | 665.2 |
Wind | 453.5 | 1303.3 |
Hydrogen technologies | - | 0.22 |
Electric vehicles | 370 | 3582.9 |
Other uses | 19766 | 22382 |
Copper is vital in renewable energy systems such as wind turbines, solar panels, and electric vehicle batteries because of its high electrical conductivity and durability.
It ensures the effective transmission of electricity and heat, enhancing the overall performance and sustainability of these technologies.
The rising demand for copper in the clean energy sector underscores its critical role in the transition to a greener and more sustainable future.
When Will Copper Demand Exceed Supply?
The burgeoning demand for copper has set the stage for looming supply challenges with a 22% gap predicted by 2031.
Given this metal’s pivotal role in clean energy and technological advancements, innovative mining and processing technologies could hold the key to boosting copper production and meeting the needs of a net-zero future.
Investing in Copper for a Prosperous Future
Investors looking for copper exposure may want to consider an ETF that tracks an index that offers access to companies focused on the exploration and mining of copper.

-
Investor Education1 month ago
The 20 Most Common Investing Mistakes, in One Chart
Here are the most common investing mistakes to avoid, from emotionally-driven investing to paying too much in fees.
-
Investor Education6 months ago
Visualizing BlackRock’s Top Equity Holdings
BlackRock is the world’s largest asset manager, with over $9 trillion in holdings. Here are the company’s top equity holdings.
-
Investor Education6 months ago
10-Year Annualized Forecasts for Major Asset Classes
This infographic visualizes 10-year annualized forecasts for both equities and fixed income using data from Vanguard.
-
Investor Education9 months ago
Visualizing 90 Years of Stock and Bond Portfolio Performance
How have investment returns for different portfolio allocations of stocks and bonds compared over the last 90 years?
-
Investor Education1 year ago
Countries with the Highest Default Risk in 2022
In this infographic, we examine new data that ranks the top 25 countries by their default risk.
-
Markets2 years ago
The Best Months for Stock Market Gains
This infographic analyzes over 30 years of stock market performance to identify the best and worst months for gains.
-
Technology6 days ago
Ranked: The World’s Top 10 Electronics Exporters (2000-2021)
-
Globalization2 weeks ago
Charted: The Industries Where Asian Companies are the Strongest
-
GDP2 weeks ago
Visualizing U.S. GDP by Industry in 2023
-
Energy2 weeks ago
Visualizing the Top Energy Priorities of Major Countries
-
Markets1 week ago
Recession Risk: Which Sectors are Least Vulnerable?
-
Healthcare1 week ago
Charted: Average Years Left to Live by Age
-
Strategic Metals1 week ago
The Critical Minerals to China, EU, and U.S. National Security
-
Automotive1 week ago
Ranked: Electric Vehicle Sales by Model in 2023