India, Jan. 22 -- Copper powers the future of mankind. This humble metal, prized since antiquity, underpins every megatrend defining the 21st century: electrification, artificial intelligence, renewable energy, space exploration, and digital infrastructure. As global demand surges toward 42.7 million tonnes annually by 2035, copper's critical role demands urgent attention, especially at a time when supply chains are disrupted, prices skyrocket, demand-supply gaps widens and innovations accelerate.

Electric vehicles spearhead the charge. A single EV devours 60-80 kg of copper-triple that of an internal combustion engine ( ICE) vehicle-for batteries, motors, inverters, and charging. With EVs hitting 40% of global car sales by 2030, demand ...