Parallel to the UK-specific data, the BGS also released the report, covering global trends for over 70 commodities. 2023 Production Change (Global) Primary Use Lithium Batteries and energy storage Nickel Electric vehicles (Indonesia leading) Cobalt Tech and green energy Resources and Access
The 2025 yearbook and related data releases provide updated insights into the state of the UK's mineral industry: New minerals data compilation released for Brit...
In 2023, approximately 176.3 million tonnes of minerals were extracted from the UK landmass for domestic sale and international export. Parallel to the UK-specific data, the BGS also
Natural gypsum was a notable exception to the decline, seeing a production increase following the end of coal-fired power generation and the loss of desulphogypsum as a byproduct. Parallel to the UK-specific data