Vaibhav Jain

Mr. Vaibhav Jain is the Founder & Chairman of Titan Lithium. He is leading the development of this strategic project, which aims to be world’s largest lithium refinery outside of China, strategically located in Abu Dhabi. His work directly contributes to the UAE’s energy transition agenda, positioning the country as a global hub for advanced materials, energy storage, and the electric mobility supply chain. His leadership in advancing this large-scale, multibillion dollar industrial project, that aligns with the UAE’s “Make it in the Emirates” strategy, aims to put UAE on the Global new energy map. He is also a seasoned entrepreneur co-chairing the RK Group of companies. The RK Group owns 4 different verticals and employs over 7500 people worldwide. He was recognized as one of the "50 Most Influential Indians" by Elite Magazine in 2024 and has been in the UAE for over 23 years.

Session Overview

Monday, 3 November

12:40

Digitalisation & AI Conference Room A 12:40 - 13:20

Critical minerals and AI: energy companies securing the new supply chains

One of the most strategically important yet overlooked intersections between artificial intelligence (AI) and the energy sector is the intensifying competition for critical minerals. From electric vehicle (EV) batteries to wind turbines, clean energy solutions require significantly greater quantities of minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, copper and rare earth elements compared to traditional hydrocarbon technologies. The explosive growth of AI infrastructure, including data centres, is further increasing demand for these finite resources, leading to supply chain constraints and vulnerabilities. Governments, mining companies and commercial leaders will need to pool their efforts to proactively secure the reliable, sustainable and affordable critical mineral supplies necessary for a high-growth, AI-powered, low-carbon future.

Attendee insights:

Explore how collaboration with mining companies can improve efficiency and scale mineral extraction while examining the geopolitical dynamics shaping mineral availability.