Abu Dhabi, UAE – 22nd September, 2024

Magmec’s CEO, Yousef Gorji, attended the Water Forum in Abu Dhabi this week, where discussions centered around innovation and the development of new economies through mining brine for valuable minerals. The visit explored the potential for extracting critical minerals from by-products associated with water desalination, presenting a unique opportunity in the global supply chain for metals.

Mining valuable minerals from brine is seen as a tertiary supply source for metals, this can be a solution to meet the rising global demand for critical materials. These resources are vital for industries driving the energy transition and are essential to achieving global net-zero carbon goals.

This innovative approach supports sustainable development but also creates new economic opportunities in regions investing in large-scale water desalination infrastructure.

The Water Forum brought together key leaders in water management and clean technology, to explore new solutions that are transforming the industry, and learn about the latest advancements that secure and sustainable water future.

About Magmec

Magmec produces low-carbon magnesium metal from coastal brine sources, including water desalination by-products, turning industrial waste into valuable materials no longer relying on traditional land-based mining.