Critical minerals are essential to a wide range of technologies that underpin modern economies, from energy systems and advanced manufacturing to defense applications and digital infrastructure. As demand for these materials grows, international standards play a vital role in promoting transparency, traceability, and security across global supply chains. International standards provide common frameworks for supply chain due diligence, measurement and testing methods, data interoperability, enabling governments, industry, and stakeholders to work together more effectively. By supporting innovation, reducing risks, and fostering global alignment, standards help ensure that critical minerals are developed and used in ways that advance economic resilience, energy security, and long-term economic security.
On June 9th and June 30th, 2026, ANSI will host two webinars where attendees will learn about standardization activities related to the full lifecycle of critical minerals, including upstream, midstream, and downstream. Attendees will hear briefings from various standards and codes developers, highlighting their current activities and providing opportunities for dialogue with participants. Presentations will include:
In September 2026, ANSI will host a hybrid workshop in the Washington, DC area focused on pre-standardization research, standards and conformity assessment needs, and potential regulatory framework considerations.
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