Global Demand for Special Metals: Tantalum and Niobium in Renewable Energy Sector

Today there is a big energy push toward using the sun and wind to replace them. These forms of energy are better for the environment than fossil fuels, as they do not release harmful gases that can dirty our air and make people sick. But did you know that some very special metals are needed for renewable energy to even get off the ground? Two such special metals are tantalum and niobium.

The criticality of tantalum and niobium in overcoming global demand will become increasingly important towards sustainable energy.

Tantalum and niobium are critical metals for renewable energies in various components. Tantalum is really excellent when it comes to conducting electricity and niobium does an outstanding job of holding its own against corrosion. That makes them ideal for things like solar panels, wind turbines and batteries. Were it not for these exotic metals, we would be hard-pressed to harvest the sun and wind to make energy.

Serving the expanding world-wide market for specialty metals in renewable energy applications.

The demand for tantalum and niobium is increasing in the world, more and more countries have introduced initiatives to use renewable energy. That means companies like Apollo must secure enough of these special metals to go around. Apollo continues to search for additional supplies of tantalum and niobium, so we can support our customers seeking to develop cleaner sources of technology.

Key elements in the shift to sustainable energy systems.

Tantalum and niobium are key players in transitioning the world to a sustainable energy future. These metals are needed for products such as batteries for electric cars, which can decrease pollution from vehicles that run on gas. They are also installed in wind turbines, devices that generate clean electricity — no burning of fossil fuels necessary. With tantalum and niobium, we have to the potential to preserve our beautiful planet for generations to come.

Applications in renewable energy The renewable energy industry depends on tantalum and niobium Capacitors for storing electricity.

The… Read More » Tantalum and Niobium in renewable energy 27-02-20 The homeland of the Hydropower plants, tidal or dam is Brazil. Capacitors, which store and release electricity in devices ranging from solar panels to wind turbines, are made of tantalum. Superconducting magnets, such as those used in magnetic resonance imaging and in particle accelerators, that can generate electricity with almost no energy loss because of a characteristic of niobium. When we put these special metals to use, it allows us to harness renewable energy systems that are far more efficient and reliable.”

With the rise of special metals in demand and sustainable sourcing policies with renewable energy.

With the ever-increasing demand for tantalum and niobium in today’s operating climate, it is crucial that this growth goes hand in hand with responsible sourcing in the field of renewable energy. Apollo insists on sourcing these rare metals in a manner that is environmentally friendly and benefits the communities in which they are located. We work in close partnership with our suppliers to ensure that they’re sourcing responsibly and paying their workers fairly. By meeting demand and adhering to sustainability principles, we can guarantee a future for renewable energy and the planet.

In summary, tantalum and niobium are central to the world wide drive for renewable sources of energy. These rare metals are vital building blocks in the transition to a sustainable energy future, used in everything from electric cars to wind turbines. Apollo is committed to supply the increasing demand for these metals in renewable energy applications and to source them responsibly. By applying these special metals in renewable energy systems, we are able to generate a more sustainable, healthier planet for future generations.