Democratic Republic of the Congo Country Economic Memorandum - Case Study 1 - Mining (EV battery) Value Chains

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Country Economic Memorandum case study focusing on mining value chains in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with an emphasis on EV battery minerals such as copper and cobalt. The study reviews mineral sector structure, outlook, and the driving and restraining forces shaping production. It examines governance challenges, climate-smart approaches including net zero pathways and adaptation measures, and the scope for value addition beyond midstream smelting and refining through copper and cobalt chain opportunities.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages127

Reading Time5 h 20 min

ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. Mineral Sector: Overview and Outlook

1.1 Overview

1.2 Outlook

2. The DRC Mining Sector: Potential, Driving, and Restraining Forces

2.1 Mineral Potential

2.2 Driving Forces

2.3 Challenges: Restraining Forces

3. Minerals for the Energy Transition

3.1 Overview of Trends and Forecasts of Demand for Minerals to Support the Energy Transition

3.2 DRC Supply Opportunities

4. Mining Sector Governance

5. Climate Smart Mining: Net Zero Mining in the DRC and Climate Adaptation

5.1 Industry Emissions Mitigation Actions

5.2 Climate Adaptation

6. Value Addition beyond Midstream Smelting and Refining (copper and cobalt value chains)

6.1 Copper Value Chain (wiring)

6.2 Cobalt Value Chain (EV batteries)

Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized Pub lic Disclosure Authorized THE WORLD BANK Democratic Republic of the Congo Country Economic Memorandum Case Study 1: Mining Value Chains Democratic Republic of the Congo Country Economic Memorandum Case Studies Case Study 1: Mining (EV battery) Value Chains © 2023 The World Bank 1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433 Telephone: 202-473-1000; Internet: www. [worldbank.org](worldbank.org)[ ](worldbank.org)Some rights reserved 1 2 3 4 23 22 21 20 This work is a product of the staff of The World Bank with external contributions. The findings, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in this work do not necessarily reflect the views of The World Bank, its Board of Executive Directors, or the governments they represent. The World Bank does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this work. The boundaries, colors, denominations, and other information shown on any map in this work do not imply any judgment on the part of The World Bank concerning the legal status of any territory or the endorsement or acceptance of such boundaries. Nothing herein shall constitute or be considered to be a limitation upon or waiver of the privileges and immunities of The World Bank, all of which are specifically reserved. Rights and Permissions Attribution—World Bank. 2023. Case Study 1: Mining (EV battery) Value Chains. Washington, DC: World Bank. Translations—This translation was not created by The World Bank and should not be considered an official World Bank translation. The World Bank shall not be liable for any content or error in this translation. Adaptations—This is an adaptation of an original work by The World Bank. Views and opinions expressed in the adaptation are the sole responsibility of the author or authors of the adaptation and are not endorsed by The World Bank. Third-party content—The World Bank does not necessarily own each component of the content contained within the work. The World Bank therefore does not warrant that the use of any third-party-owned individual component or part contained in the work will not infringe on the rights of those third parties. The risk of claims resulting from such infringement rests solely with you. If you wish to reuse a component of the work, it is your responsibility to determine whether permission is needed for that reuse and to obtain permission from the copyright owner. Examples of components can include, but are not limited to, tables, figures, or images. All queries on rights and licenses should be addressed to World Bank Publications, The World Bank Group, 1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433, USA; e-mail: [pubrights@worldbank.org](pubrights@worldbank.org). Table of Contents ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS .................................................................................... 1 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ........................................................................................... 3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY...................................................................................................... 4 1. Mineral Sector: Overview and Outlook ...............................................................................................11 1.1. Overview .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11 1.2. Outlook................................................................................................................................................................................. 12 2. The DRC Mining Sector: Potential, Driving, and Restraining Forces .............................13 2.1. Mineral Potential .............................................................................................................................................................. 13 2.2. Driving

FAQs

What is the main focus of Case Study 1 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Country Economic Memorandum?

It analyzes mining value chains in the DRC, with attention to minerals relevant to EV batteries and related value addition opportunities.

Which topics are covered in the report’s treatment of the DRC mining sector?

It includes the sector’s overview and outlook, mineral potential, driving and restraining forces, and governance considerations.

How does the case study address climate and energy-transition aspects of mining?

It discusses climate-smart mining, including net zero-related emissions mitigation actions and climate adaptation, alongside minerals needed for the energy transition.

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