Green minerals such as glauconite and serpentine are commonly found in settings like marine sandstones and serpentinite. Olivine, prehnite, and true jade, composed of jadeite and nephrite, are additional examples of green-colored minerals found in nature.

Transition minerals are naturally occurring substances, often found in rocks, that are ideal for use in renewable technology. Lithium, nickel and cobalt are core components of batteries, like those that power electric vehicles. Rare earth elements are part of the magnets that turn wind turbines and electric motors.