Value Chain: From Lab to Market

Economic feasibility studies and life cycle assessments play a crucial role in bridging the gap between fundamental academic research and commercially viable applications. Recent success stories in the University of Texas at Austin’s Jackson School of Geology and Cockrell Engineering Schools include market-based asset valuation of hydrogen geological storage and analyses of the environmental impacts and trade-offs of lithium supply chains.

Systematic analysis and understanding of full cycle cost and value chain considerations are required to fully evaluate prospectivity and deliverability of mineral resources. The Bureau and the Economic Minerals Program are concerned with value and supply chain integrity for Texas mineral resources as well as for larger national and international interests.