Securing Critical Minerals

Tetra Tech integrates commercial, logistical, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies to strengthen critical mineral supply chains and support strategic investment, unlocking economic opportunities and safeguarding communities worldwide.

We deliver multidisciplinary solutions to help governments, donors, and private sector partners meet the rising global demand for critical minerals (CM), safely and securely—without compromising environmental or human integrity. Our approach recognizes that these resources are often found in politically fragile, ecologically sensitive, or infrastructure-challenged regions where responsible sourcing is paramount.

With decades of experience in land tenure, energy transition, and governance reform, Tetra Tech brings together local knowledge and strong international partnerships to develop solutions that reduce risk and deliver traceable and resilient mineral value chains. We help clients identify strategic investment opportunities, embed environmental safeguards, integrate resilient energy solutions, engage communities, and unlock economic growth while adhering to international safeguards and standards.

Governance and Policy Reform

Our experts strengthen institutional capacity and support regulatory environments and vital policy reform to attract and sustain the investment required for safe, transparent, and robust CM supply chains.

Improving mineral rights policies and practices
Assessing regulatory environments to improve investment opportunities
Licensing, permitting, and dispute resolution improvements
Integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and digital tools for public sector modernization
Anti-corruption frameworks and due diligence protocols
Transaction advisory and facilitation
Coordinating with ministries, civil society, and donors

Traceability and Supply Chain Integrity

We enable clients to trace mineral origin and improve compliance across the supply chain through partnerships, data platforms, and technological innovation.

Digital traceability and anti-fraud tools
Whistleblower platforms
Artisanal miner integration with compliant buyers
Strengthening responsible minerals assurances through due diligence, chain of custody, and certification
Risk and compliance mapping for midstream and downstream actors
Field-tested apps and platforms

Resilient and Reliable Energy Supply

Tetra Tech designs and implements robust and sustainable energy solutions, especially in remote or vulnerable regions, to ensure reliable power sources that are essential for supporting CM value chains and local communities.

Upgrading and modernizing energy infrastructure to support reliable mining operations
Integrating renewable energy sources and deploying scalable energy storage solutions
Strengthening grid stability and expanding off-grid solutions for mining sites in energy-constrained regions
Decarbonization assessments and strategic planning for resilient energy systems
Alternative fuel assessments and coal replacement strategies for captive power generation
Workforce development and technical training focused on energy systems within mining operations

Environmental and Social Risk Mitigation

We work with governments, communities, civil society organizations, and the private sector to reduce environmental and social risks tied to mineral extraction and processing and improve the security and resilience of supply chains.

Social and environmental impact assessments
Compliance with local standards and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), International Finance Corporation (IFC), Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA), and Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI)
Addressing ESG, security, and human rights risks
Workforce development and local capacity building
ESG-aligned project design and remediation
Environmental reclamation and restoration services
Tailings management and biodiversity protection