The northern Xinjiang region is one of the most significant iron and copper metallogenic provinces in China.
Iron Ore
- Iron ore is found in nearly every industrial activity
- Iron allowed economic expansion during the Industrial Revolution by serving as a key material to the infrastructure industry and it continues to do so even now
- It has a wide range of applications in steelmaking, construction, infrastructure and the automotive sector
Copper
As the world accelerates towards clean energy, the switch to electric vehicles has become a top priority. Copper is at the heart of the electric vehicle industry, owing to its high electrical conductivity, durability, and malleability. The metal also supports the electrical grid infrastructure, an essential asset in charging stations.
- Copper is a wonder metal with anti-corrosive properties
- Because of its high electrical conductivity, durability, and malleability, copper is integral to renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, batteries, and driving other aspects of Clean Energy
- Copper is also used for making cables, transformers, motors and castings, and alloy-based products