Published on The Conversation (February 18, 2026), this article argues that the global supply of critical minerals essential for clean energy transitions — such as lithium — is increasingly at risk due to insufficient consultation and inclusion of local communities in mining projects. Critical Mineral Supply Faces Risks if Local Communities Aren’t Consulted Enough: The … Continue reading Critical Mineral Supply Faces Risks if Local Communities Aren’t Consulted Enough: The Case of Lithium in Ghana