Gold is everywhere — in smartphones, medical devices, solar panels and even COVID tests. In episode 5 of the Mined Shift podcast, host Sam Pauly is joined by Dr Stacy Hope (ERM, Impact Facility and Women in Mining UK) and Erik Vlot (Global Tailings Director, Weir) to explore gold’s surprising uses, the realities of mining and the challenges of meeting growing demand responsibly. Discover why gold is critical for digital transformation and clean energy, from its unbeatable conductivity to its role in solar and wind technology. Learn how the industry is tackling environmental and social challenges – from tailings management and water use to supporting artisanal and small-scale miners. Hear about the importance of traceability, stability and partnerships in building a more sustainable gold supply chain. We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 4: Leading the charge
What are the biggest hurdles facing battery metals today — and how can we overcome them to build a truly sustainable energy transition? Batteries are driving the electrification of everything and are crucial for decarbonisation. Lithium-ion and next-generation batteries power our phones, cars and future grids, transforming how we live and move. These technologies can tackle tough challenges — like decarbonising road transport with quick charging and extended range, electrifying flight, and enabling large-scale energy storage. But can we secure enough lithium, nickel and cobalt to meet soaring demand sustainably? In episode 4 of Mined Shift, Sam Pauly talks to Jeremy Wrathall, Founder of Cornish Lithium, and Dr Daniel Cairns, Senior Technical Consultant at Worley, about the race for battery metals, the innovations making mining cleaner, and why new talent matters. Discover how recycling, new technologies and a shift in mindset can build a resilient supply chain — and why inspiring the next generation is vital for progress. We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 3: The iron giant
Steel is everywhere — from wind turbines and washing machines to skyscrapers and electric vehicles. In episode 3 of the Mined Shift podcast, host Sam Pauly is joined by Sean Parsons, Director of External Relations at Ampeak Energy and Stuart Hayton, Divisional VP of Comminution and MD Netherlands at Weir. Together, they unpack the shift to green steel: what it means, why it matters, and what it will take to scale up production sustainably. Discover why the journey to green steel is so complex — from the need for higher grade iron ore and new technologies, to the realities of cost, collaboration and supply chain transformation. Learn how innovation, partnerships and a change in mindset can accelerate progress, and why scaling up and cleaning up steel production is critical for the energy transition. We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 2: Good Conduct
How will we secure enough copper to meet the world’s growing needs? Copper is at the heart of the energy transition, but sourcing it sustainably is a global challenge. In episode 2 of the Mined Shift podcast, host Sam Pauly is joined by Merlyn Gregory, Partner and Sustainability and Climate Strategy Lead at Deloitte, and Dr Robin Armstrong, Mining Sector Leader at the Natural History Museum. Together, they explore where copper comes from, why demand is set to nearly double by 2035, and what it will take to scale supply responsibly. Discover why copper supply is so complex—from the geology of deposits in South America and Africa, to the realities of permitting, infrastructure and the social licence to operate. Learn how innovation, digital tools and partnerships are helping the industry overcome barriers, and why recycling and circularity are critical in building a more resilient copper supply chain. We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 1: Electric Avenue
What is copper used for and why do we need it?Copper isn’t just a metal—it’s the backbone of the technologies driving our world forward. From electric vehicles and solar panels to AI and data centres, copper powers the systems that power us. In the debut episode of the Mined Shift podcast, host Sam Pauly sits down with Jon Stanton, CEO of Weir, and Menno Sanderse, CFO of Copper at Rio Tinto, to unpack copper’s critical role in the clean energy transition.We are living in a defining moment. What happens next is up to us. The world needs more metals to get to net zero and they need to be produced more sustainably. So how can we make that happen? Join me, Sam Pauly and guests from industry and investors, scientists and sustainability experts to talk about the metals it takes to create the things we need and how we can deliver those in a more sustainable way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mined Shift is the podcast that digs into how metals and minerals power our everyday lives and why they’re critical for a low carbon future. From electric cars and electronics to smartphones and computers, discover more about the materials we all rely on—and what it will really take to deliver those metals in a more sustainable way. Hosted by TV presenter and broadcaster Sam Pauly, this 6-part series brings together industry leaders and changemakers to explore how mining is evolving, why it matters for the planet, and how everyone—from engineers to everyday people—can be part of the solution. Powered by Weir, Mined Shift offers fresh perspectives on the opportunities facing the industry today. Plug in, get curious and join the conversation shaping a cleaner, more sustainable future. Hit play on Mined Shift and explore how the earth beneath us powers the lives we lead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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