Steve Goreham
Frank Hoffman
Dan Lapato
Energy, Net Zero, Electric Vehicles and Copper: The Bottom Line
Presented by Steve Goreham, Climate Science Coalition of America
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 • 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
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Goreham will present Energy, Net Zero, Electric Vehicles and Copper: The Bottom Line, a program covering energy and climate, Net Zero and renewables, electric vehicles, the coming power shortage and future trends, with implications for copper industries.
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About Steve Goreham
Steve Goreham is a speaker, author, researcher on environmental issues and an independent columnist. He’s the executive director of the Climate Science Coalition of America and an advisor to The Heartland Institute. Goreham is the author of four books, including his new book, Green Breakdown: The Coming Renewable Energy Failure. More than 100,000 copies of his books are now in print. Goreham holds a B.S. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois and an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago. He has more than 30 years of experience in Fortune 100 and private companies in engineering and executive roles.
Copper in the U.S.: Opportunities and Challenges
Presented by Frank Hoffman, S&P Global Market Intelligence
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 • 10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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Hoffman will present the S&P Global Market Intelligence report, Copper in the U.S.: Opportunities and Challenges. The report underscores copper’s critical role in electrification and digitalization in the U.S. and outlines a strategic, data-driven approach for how the U.S. can rise to this historic occasion and secure the metal of electrification.
With 275 million metric tons of copper reserves and resources in American soil, the U.S. has the potential to be self-reliant in copper for generations. However, we need an all-of-the-above approach that combines domestic mining and refining, increased recycling, and continued trade with reliable partners.
The report explores four key themes:
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Abundant Endowment: The U.S. has enough copper reserves to meet future demand, but lengthy permitting processes must be streamlined to access these resources faster.
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Domestic Production & Refining: Policy certainty at the mine permitting level is crucial to encourage investment in domestic refining and downstream processing.
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Recycling Limitations: While increased recycling is vital, it alone cannot meet demand. A balanced approach is needed.
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Strategic Trade Partnerships: Maintaining and diversifying trade partnerships is essential to mitigate global competition for critical minerals and geopolitical risks.
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About Frank Hoffman
Frank Hoffman is a consulting principal on the Economics and Country Risk team at S&P Global Market Intelligence with a focus on market planning and supply chain. He brings expertise in econometric modeling and analytics, market analysis and price forecasting to both market planning and supply chain-related engagements. He also has extensive data visualization experience and specializes in using data, modeling and forecasting to drive strategy and operations and help clients make more informed data-driven decisions.
Hoffman's projects include sizing and forecasting the paint and home improvement product markets, building a dashboard used to develop global sourcing strategies and developing a framework for a diversified manufacturer to track their key end markets and efficiently allocate marketing resources between verticals. He has also worked as a Senior Economist with Pricing & Purchasing service where he covered nonferrous metals, healthcare and services. Hoffman has also worked as a federal consultant on analytics and data science-related engagements. He has been featured in media outlets such as American Metal Market, Bloomberg Television, Metal Bulletin and Mining Technology.
Natural Gas: The Energy Required to Support Grid Modernization, EV and Data Center Growth
Presented by Dan Lapato, American Gas Association
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 • 2:30 – 3:45 p.m.
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Lapato will present on the role of natural gas in grid modernization, electric vehicle and charging station manufacturing and development, data center growth and the energy needed from all sources to support these initiatives.
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About Dan Lapato
Dan Lapato became associate vice president, state affairs with the American Gas Association (AGA) in 2023. He first joined AGA in 2019 as senior director, state affairs in 2019 and then served as managing director from 2022 to 2023.
Prior to AGA, Lapato served as American Public Gas Association (APGA)’s director of government affairs for five years. He also served as a policy specialist and deputy director of external affairs for the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
Lapato has more than 15 years of technical, policy and project management experience. He is skilled at cultivating relationships with federal, state and local elected officials as well as trade and other non-governmental organizations. His professional career has allowed him to develop solutions and strategies to influence outcomes and establish long-term professional relationships.
Dan received his bachelor’s in soil science and agronomy from West Virginia University.
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Red Metals Recycling: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 • 1:00 – 2:15 p.m.
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Join industry experts Michael Eisner (Premier Metal Services, LLC), John Dury (Sparta Metal Processing) and Bret Penninger (The Imperial Group) in this insightful panel session focused on the dynamic landscape of red metals recycling. Key topics will include potential supply constraints and strategies for maximizing value in a competitive market. Panelists will explore the impact of melt capacity consolidation and the effects of overseas production on domestic recycling efforts.
Additionally, panelists will discuss evolving expectations surrounding environmental regulation and transparency, providing attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the current and future state of red metals recycling. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with thought leaders and gain valuable insights into this vital sector.