About us 

Cobalt Institute is the world’s leading trade association dedicated to the cobalt industry that

Represents the cobalt industry and its value chain to the public, regulators, industry and media

Promotes the sustainable, safe, and responsible production and use of cobalt in all its forms

Is a knowledge centre and convener for our members and external stakeholders

We represent the entire cobalt value chain:
producers, traders, users, refiners and recyclers.

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Cobalt Institute plays a critical role in advancing the interests of our members in helping to grow and protect the market for cobalt, ensuring cobalt stays at the heart of the energy transition.

Our expertise

Responsible Sourcing

Playing a leading role in responding to the issues around the sourcing of cobalt, and facilitating progressive improvement on key risks, regulatory compliance and adherence to international standards.

Sustainability

Developing crucial data that demonstrates that cobalt is a raw material of choice and informs the decisions of regulators and policymakers.

Global Chemicals Management

As a leading global authority on the chemicals management of cobalt, investing in scientific research to understand and manage the risks associated with cobalt use and facilitate compliance worldwide.

Government Affairs

Ensuring Cobalt Institute members’ views are considered when important decisions are made by governments.

Communications

Proactively communicating cobalt industry views to media, governments, regulators, academia and civil society.

The vision of the Cobalt Institute is to facilitate a world in which cobalt achieves its full potential to enable technologies, power a just energy transition, ensure national security, and advance society, now and in the future.

Code of conduct

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