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James Bowen
Climate Analytics
James Bowen is a researcher and analyst of international climate and energy policy.
He is an analyst at Climate Analytics, a non-resident fellow at the Australia-India Institute, and director of ReMap Research, a consultancy servicing international NGOs and think tanks.
James previously worked for foreign policy think tanks in Australia, Germany, and the US.
Topic
Optimizing Managed Aquifer Recharge for Sustainable Water Security in Mining and Ecosystem Restoration
Abstract
The mining sector is at the heart of the global transition to a net zero future, supplying essential minerals and metals for renewable energy, battery storage, and electrification. Decarbonisation of industrial sectors such as steel and aluminium also begins at the mine site.
Mining is itself a resource-intensive industry with significant carbon emissions.
To align with the Paris Agreement climate goals, the sector must adopt ambitious and innovative approaches to decarbonisation.
This session will explore key strategies and opportunities for mining companies to reduce their and their customers’ carbon footprints, includingl
• Decarbonisation strategies: Implementing renewable energy and electrification of mining fleets
• Disrupting metals supply chains: Opportunities for new renewables-powered mineral value-adding
• Critical Minerals for Net Zero: The rising demand for minerals such as lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements, and how sustainable extraction practices can support the energy transition
• Policy and Investment Trends: Regulatory frameworks and financial incentives driving net zero mining
By integrating climate action, the mining industry can play a pivotal role in achieving a sustainable and resilient future
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