Copper supply may face 25% deficit by 2035 despite record prices: IEA

New Delhi: Global primary copper supply could face a 25 per cent deficit by 2035 despite copper prices reaching record highs, as the pace of new project development remains inadequate, according to a report by the International Energy Agency (IEA). However, the IEA noted that bringing new mining projects online remains a major challenge despite strong demand prospects. “Based on the project…