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Tune in at 9:00 a.m. ET on November 12, 2025 As the world races towards net zero, demand for critical minerals is soaring, yet the mining industry is facing its own critical challenge: a shrinking talent pipeline. According to Sandvik’s own research, nearly half of STEM students do not know enough about the industry to consider it as a career. Addressing this challenge will be fundamental in supporting the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future. On November 12, Sandvik is hosting global industry and academic leaders to discuss how we can reimagine mining’s role in attracting the next generation of STEM talent to the industry and the skills needed to secure a greener future. Speakers Björn Axelsson, head of HR, Sandvik—on transforming the image of mining making it a career to strive for and on how mining is one of the most technologically advanced industries with endless opportunities for making a difference for the electrification of the world. Professor Elisabeth Clausen, RWTH Aachen University—on advancing technology and sustainability in mining education. Pär Sundqvist, senior mining engineer electrification & automation, LKAB—on electrification, automation, and the skills needed to create the net-zero mine of the future. He will also talk about his day job—to electrify an entire mine and the challenges that come with it. Joan Marie, spacecraft integration engineer at NASA Engineer—on inspiring the next generation to see STEM careers differently. Tune in at 9:00 a.m. ET on November 12, 2025 #EngineeringChallengeOfALifetime advertisement
