"The ethically sourced aspect of the high tech world today is a...

"The ethically sourced aspect of the high tech world today is a very prominent issue, certainly in tin. There's a real push from end-users and investors to ensure that there's a clean chain of supply."

Tin is considered the glue of the technology world. Used as solder in circuit boards of many consumer electronics and as an additive in batteries, it's a critical component in smartphones, electric vehicles, and 5G technology. Global tin consumption increased by more than 2.5% last year, and growth is expected to continue, according to the International Tin Association."So you're going to see a growing demand for the use of tin,"