How do we produce the essential materials for electric vehicles without adding to the world's carbon footprint? Host Elena Lambros explores this critical question with Dr Francis Wedin, founder and executive chair of Vulcan Energy Resources. Dr Wedin shares the innovative approach behind Vulcan's Zero Carbon Lithium Project, which aims to supply lithium with a net-zero carbon footprint while also generating renewable energy for local communities.

The discussion delves into the challenges of decarbonising lithium production, the importance of sustainable resource extraction, and Vulcan's ambitious plans to scale this technology across Europe and beyond.

"The energy transition is very metals intensive... I think we need to have an honest conversation about the carbon budgets of those tools of the transition." Dr Francis Wedin 

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The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.

How do we produce the essential materials for electric vehicles without adding to the world's carbon footprint? Host Elena Lambros explores this critical question with Dr Francis Wedin, founder and executive chair of <a href="https://v-er.eu/">Vulcan Energy Resources</a>. Dr Wedin shares the innovative approach behind Vulcan's Zero Carbon Lithium Project, which aims to supply lithium with a net-zero carbon footprint while also generating renewable energy for local communities.
The discussion delves into the challenges of decarbonising lithium production, the importance of sustainable resource extraction, and Vulcan's ambitious plans to scale this technology across Europe and beyond.
"The energy transition is very metals intensive... I think we need to have an honest conversation about the carbon budgets of those tools of the transition." Dr Francis Wedin 
For more insights on how innovative companies are revolutionising their way to net zero, subscribe to Ashurst ESG Matters on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform.
The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.

Sustainability is an issue that affects us all, but how can we take steps to provoke meaningful change and make a lasting impact on environmental, social and governance issues across the globe? We explore the intersection of business value with business values for a more prosperous and sustainable future.

Sustainability is an issue that affects us all, but how can we take steps to provoke meaningful change and make a lasting impact on environmental, social and governance issues across the globe? We explore the intersection of business value with business values for a more prosperous and sustainable future.

Join us for our first podcast series, ESG Matters @ Ashurst as we go searching for answers and providing practical advice to help you address the challenges facing your organisation.

ESG Matters @ Ashurst Podcast

As the race to net zero continues, ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie reveals the strategies and tactics that forward thinking organizations are pursuing.

Tackling environmental, social and governance issues, this podcast is packed with real-world innovations and practical ways for organizations to mobilize business values to grow business value.

In every episode, you’ll hear insights about the latest legal and regulatory ESG issues from across our global network. You’ll also hear from organizations that are looking beyond compliance to uncover new commercial upsides from sustainability action.

As the race to net zero continues, ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie reveals the strategies and tactics that forward thinking organizations are pursuing.
Tackling environmental, social and governance issues, this podcast is packed with real-world innovations and practical ways for organizations to mobilize business values to grow business value.
In every episode, you&rsquo;ll hear insights about the latest legal and regulatory ESG issues from across our global network. You&rsquo;ll also hear from organizations that are looking beyond compliance to uncover new commercial upsides from sustainability action.

ESG Matters by Ashurst Perkins Coie

Not only is Vulcan Energy pioneering net-zero lithium production to power the future of electric vehicles, but it is also transforming global energy systems.