Industrial Silver Demand Consumes Growing Share of Mine Output
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Over the past decade, industrial demand has steadily claimed a larger share of global silver mine production. This trend reflects silver’s expanding role in technology and manufacturing, especially in areas such as renewable energy and electronics.
In 2014 and 2015, industrial uses made up about 51% of global mine supply. Since then, that share has grown consistently—rising to 70% in 2022, and reaching 83% in 2024. For 2025, industrial demand is forecast to represent 81% of mine production.
This growth has been driven by increased demand from sectors such as:
Solar energy (photovoltaics)
Electronics and semiconductors
Electric vehicles (EVs)
Other high-tech and industrial applications
As these industries expand, their need for silver continues to rise, gradually shifting the balance of silver consumption away from traditional uses like investment, jewelry, and silverware.
While recycling adds to overall supply, the growing share of mine output going to industrial users is becoming a more prominent factor in the silver market. It highlights the importance of monitoring how future technological trends might influence silver demand and supply dynamics.
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Sources: World Silver Survey 2025, published by The Silver Institute. Infographic by MiningVisuals.
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