Tomorrow the UN convenes governments, industry & civil society on critical minerals. Ahead of it, a new essay in our 20th anniversary series: Lisa Sachs (@ccsi-columbia.bsky.social) on what 20 years of resource governance have taught us—and what must change. 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/articles/min...

♀️ The energy transition's impacts fall unevenly, often hardest on women in resource-rich countries. Join our #LCAW2026 webinar on 26 June: Gender Equity & Resource Governance, with examples from Zambia & Colombia 🌍 🗓️ 1–2pm BST | Online 👉 Register: iisd-elp.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

⛏️ Can new mineral alliances deliver just energy transitions alongside inclusive development in mineral-rich countries in the Global South? Join us live on 24 June for #LCAW2026 or watch the livestream on from 2pm BST resourcegovernance.org/events/raw-d...

We're at London Climate Action Week 2026, putting governance, equity and accountability at the centre of the energy transition. Find out more about what we'll be doing next week: resourcegovernance.org/nrgi-london-... #LCAW2026

What does resource governance look like where you are? Through Our Eyes is NRGI's photo initiative, inviting people to share images that capture how natural resources and resource governance shape real lives and landscapes. 📸 Enter by 31 July resourcegovernance.org/through-our-... #NRGIat20

❄️ Winter Storm Uri in 2021 was a warning We revisit this event as evidence of the real risks of Mexico’s structural dependence on gas —including its impacts on power generation and essential services— and outline a path toward a more resilient energy future 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/publications...

As #SantaMarta enters its final two days, NRGI's @AnaCaroGE identifies two often-overlooked factors critical to a just transition: national oil companies, and meaningful planning for oil-producing regions. 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/first-intern... #EnergyTransition #FossilFuelTransition

📢 Who is driving real change in resource governance? For 20 years, NRGI has worked alongside the people behind that progress. Now we want to recognize one of them. The NRGI Changemaker Award is open for nominations. 🗓 15 May 2026 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/nrgi-changem... #NRGIat20

¿Cómo pueden las empresas petroleras estatales convertir un futuro energético incierto en oportunidad? Nuestro nuevo marco de 5 pasos para su transformación puede ayudar. Webinar: 21 de abril, 8AM MX/9:00AM COL. 👉 resourcegovernance.org/events/natio...

How can national oil companies turn an uncertain energy future into opportunity? Our new 5-step framework for NOC transformation can help. Webinar: 21 April, 10AM EDT. 👉 resourcegovernance.org/events/natio... #EnergyTransition #NOC

NOCs are under pressure to rethink strategy amid uncertain demand, price volatility and transition pressures. Join us on 21 April to hear how governments and NOC leaders are approaching these decisions. Register: resourcegovernance.org/events/natio... Report: resourcegovernance.org/publications...

📣 Nominations are open for the NRGI Changemaker Award As we mark 20 years, we’re recognizing a leader driving real change in resource governance—through impact for people and communities. Nominate or apply by 15 May 2026: resourcegovernance.org/nrgi-changem... #NRGIat20

NOCs produce most of the world's oil and gas and face mounting pressure to transform. Join us 21 April to hear how leaders are navigating these decisions, and explore NRGI's new five-step framework for transformation. 🗓️ 10:00–11:00AM EDT 👉 Register: resourcegovernance.org/events/natio...

NOCs produce most of the world’s oil and gas—and shape jobs, public finances and development. But the context is changing fast. Business as usual is no longer an option. Our new report sets out five steps to manage risk and navigate transformation. 👉 resourcegovernance.org/articles/pat...

Natural resources shape major economic and political decisions. But their impact depends on how they are governed—whether they deliver public value and improve people’s lives. Women leaders connected to NRGI reflect on why governance matters: resourcegovernance.org/nrgi-20 #IWD2026

For two decades, a global network of reformers, journalists, researchers and policymakers built the resource governance movement. Women leaders connected to NRGI reflect on the coalitions, institutions and tools behind that progress. resourcegovernance.org/nrgi-20 #NRGIat20 #IWD2026

Twenty years ago, transparency in extractive industries was far from the norm. Women leaders connected to NRGI reflect on how the resource governance movement helped shift expectations and bring resource deals into the open. 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/nrgi-20 #NRGIat20 #IWD2026

NRGI marks 20 years. Two decades of progress in natural resource governance. Now the context is shifting—from rising mineral demand to geopolitical changes to the just transition. This year, we’ll explore what the next era of resource governance demands. resourcegovernance.org/nrgi-20

Mining Indaba 2026 starts today amid shifting dynamics in global mineral supply chains. In @reuters.com today, NRGI’s Thomas Scurfield notes that U.S. engagement is reshaping mineral flows out of Africa. 🔗 www.reuters.com/world/asia-p... 🔗 NRGI at Indaba: resourcegovernance.org/mining-indab...

Yesterday, the U.S. convened over 50 countries around proposals that could reshape global trade in critical minerals. Framed as supply-chain security, they raise key questions for producing countries—about power, transparency and long-term development. 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/articles/us-...

Public finance plays a big role in shaping energy systems. To unlock a just and resilient energy future in Africa, we must spotlight how support for gas and renewable projects aligns with national priorities and long-term sustainability. Read more: resourcegovernance.org/publications...

Oil-producing regions face unique transition challenges. A just energy transition must reflect local priorities, economic realities and social protections for workers and communities. Read more: resourcegovernance.org/publications...

Pemex should be key to Mexico’s climate action In an interview with EcoAméricas, Fernanda Ballesteros explains that the government should use its financial leverage over Pemex to demand it reduce methane emissions, which still exceed levels from 10 years ago 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/articles/bol...

Beekeepers in Brazil report population declines alongside lithium projects As demand for critical mineral rises we must "reflect the reality on the ground" and safeguard biodiversity. Find out more:

Contract transparency has moved from niche to norm, now commitments must turn into consistent practice. Our briefing explores this in more detail: resourcegovernance.org/articles/pledges-practice-accelerating-progress-using-lessons-icmms-contract-disclosure-journey

Indonesia’s fast-growing nickel sector faces risks when environmental rules aren’t consistently enforced. The June Raja Ampat case — on small, legally protected islands — highlighted this gap. New blog by Frenky Simanjuntak: 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/articles/aft...

As #COP30 closes, the final outcome leaves transition minerals out of the text — a major gap for producer countries and frontline communities. We’ve shared NRGI reactions on what this means for safeguards, equity and the road ahead. 🔗

The new JTWP text at #COP30 cuts minerals despite their importance. But there’s still time for Parties to act. 📣 Join our COP30 Media briefing today: Why minerals still matter for COP30 🕞 15:30 PM (BRT) | Press Conference Room 2 🔗 Online: unfccc.int/event/natura...

“Minerals are the backbone of the shift away from fossil fuels – leaving their governance out of just transition planning will undermine efforts to accelerate renewable energies by 2030 – a key target the COP has already set,” @antonio-hill.bsky.social advisor at @nrginstitute.bsky.social tells me.

@antonio-hill.bsky.social de NRGI conversó en @es.france24.com sobre los avances en las negociaciones de la #COP30 ➜ Destaca el creciente consenso para establecer un mecanismo que permita una salida justa y equitativa de los combustibles fósiles. 🎥 Mira la entrevista:

🎥 Juliana Peña Niño de NRGI explica cómo, desde las riberas de los ríos hasta las discusiones de la #COP30, el mensaje es el mismo: escuchar a quienes habitan los territorios es necesario para lograr una transición justa y equitativa, porque son quienes viven sus efectos.

#COP30 Week 1 highlights: 🟦 Minerals enter UNFCCC text 🟦 Calls for a fair, funded fossil phase-out grow 🟦 Pathways must be shaped by countries’ priorities More + Week 2 watch-outs → More from NRGI at COP30: cop30.resourcegovernance.org

La #COP30 debe enfocarse en los productores de petróleo, gas y minerales del Sur Global, actores clave para lograr transiciones justas De combustibles fósiles → a economías justas De extracción → a valor local Descubre cómo NRGI participa en la COP30 👉http://cop30.resourcegovernance.org

Mineral governance as a pillar of climate action is now on the table at #COP30 negotiations. Countries are backing fair, transparent & traceable supply chains under the Just Transition Work Programme. 📖 @ClimateHome COP30 Bulletin Day 3: www.climatechangenews.com

As #COP30 opens, the focus must turn to oil, gas and mineral producers in the Global South—essential to just transitions. From fossil fuels → just economies From extraction → local value Explore how NRGI is engaging at COP30 👉 cop30.resourcegovernance.org

“It’s impossible to discuss energy transition without talking about critical minerals,” said President Lula Minerals are central to a just transition, and must finally be recognized at #COP30. 🔗 Read our blog: resourcegovernance.org/articles/min...

🌍 NRGI at #COP30: powering just and equitable energy transitions in resource-rich countries. 🎥 Hear from NRGI President & CEO Suneeta Kaimal — and explore our priorities on fossil fuels and transition minerals → 🔗 cop30.resourcegovernance.org #JustTransition #EnergyTransition

Join NRGI’s @NafiQuarshie at a @GreenpeaceAfric webinar to discuss how Africa can reshape mineral governance to ensure it delivers development. 📆: 29 Oct. 🕙: 10AM (WAT) 📍: online 🔗: resourcegovernance.org/events/critical-minerals-africa-dismantling-neoliberal-extractivism-sustainable-development

Chile tiene la oportunidad de repensar la agregación de valor en cobre En #CobreConValor, NRGI y @EsPublicoCL debatieron cómo avanzar hacia una minería con mayor valor agregado e innovación. 💬 María Paz González (@mariapazgp.bsky.social) 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/es/publicati...

“The goal isn’t a perfect system, but to embed strong standards in laws, licensing & contracts before they’re locked in.” says Patrick Heller At @devex.com #WBIMF25, he stressed the need for good governance to ensure the #CriticalMinerals boom is just. 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/events/criti...

As demand for transition minerals grows, corruption continues to shape who benefits and who loses. NRGI’s briefing examines how it runs through the mining value chain and how to confront it. 🔗: resourcegovernance.org/publications/preventing-corruption-africas-transition-mineral-supply-chains

Young people are reimagining jobs, innovation & policy for a fairer energy future. Join our webinar to explore how youth, especially in oil-producing regions, can drive the just transition. 🗓 21 Oct | 4 PM BST 💻 English + Spanish interpretation 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/events/power...

“Previous mining booms enriched elites and left communities behind. This time must be different.” — Ibrahima Aidara, NRGI 200+ orgs urge #COP30 to put justice, rights & equity at the heart of mineral value chains. 🔗Read the letter: resourcegovernance.org/articles/glo...

How can Africa turn its mineral wealth into a fairer future? It starts with tackling corruption and building transparency. NRGI’s new briefing shows how: ✅ Due diligence ✅ Open contracting 🔗: resourcegovernance.org/publications/preventing-corruption-africas-transition-mineral-supply-chains

“Voluntary initiatives won’t cut it.” In @climatechangenews.com, NRGI’s Juliana Peña Niño explains why UNEA7 must give Colombia’s minerals proposal real ambition and a binding path forward. Reporting by @chloefarand.bsky.social 👉 www.climatechangenews.com/2025/10/03/c...

🚨 NRGI is hiring a Communications Director We’re seeking a senior leader to shape the future of our global communications—linking insights to debates on climate, democracy & governance. 📍 Flexible (remote or any NRGI office) 📅 Apply by 10 Oct 🔗 bit.ly/4mQUFsm

Latin America’s national oil companies are central to the region’s economies, energy future and climate goals. Join our webinar tomorrow for lessons from Petrobras—as Brazil readies for #COP30. 📅 30 Sept | 10AM COT 🌐 ES/PT with EN interpretation 🔗 resourcegovernance.org/events/natio...

📢 Seminario web Petroleras estatales y transición energética en América Latina: lecciones desde Petrobras 📅 30 septiembre | 10–11AM COT 🌐 ES/PT con interpretación al inglés 🔗 Inscripción: resourcegovernance.org/es/events/pe...

Mineral demand is surging. Without safeguards, communities & ecosystems will pay the price. Colombia’s initiative at #UNEA7 is a chance to change course. With partners, we encourage it to submit its resolution by 29 Sept so it can be debated in Dec. 🔗 resourcejustice.org/statement-of...

Latin America’s transition minerals can power not just the energy transition but a development transition. At the UN #UNGA dialogue, NRGI’s @AnaCaroGE stressed: 🧩 Strong safeguards 🗣️ Civic participation 🌎 A strong voice in global forums Watch ➡️ resourcegovernance.org/events/dialo...