On March 16, the Commission proposed a comprehensive set of measures to ensure that the EU has a secure, diverse, affordable and sustainable supply of key raw materials. Critical raw materials are a component of several strategic industries, such as zero-emission industries, digital industries, aerospace and defense industries. While demand for key raw materials is […]
HORIZON EUROPE: Recycling technologies for critical raw materials from EoL products
Expected Outcome Projects outcomes will enable the expected impacts of the destination by increasing access to secondary raw materials, in particular critical raw materials for EU industrial value chains and strategic sectors which will alleviate critical raw materials dependency. Projects are expected to contribute to the following outcomes: Develop raw materials recycling and re-use of […]
HORIZON EUROPE: Innovative technologies for sustainable and decarbonised extraction (RIA)
Expected Outcome A secure supply of sustainable raw materials is crucial for the green and digital transition. Environmentally friendly, safe, intelligent and resource efficient extraction technologies and methods for both open pit and underground mining need to be developed and implemented. Projects outcomes will enable achieving the expected impacts of the destination by increasing access […]
Sustainable supplies of raw materials is crucial for EU industry
MEPs want Europe to be less dependent on the imports of critical raw materials that are crucial for its strategic industries. To become climate neutral, energy-efficient and more competitive in the digital age, the EU will need more critical raw materials such as lithium and cobalt to manufacture batteries and electric engines. These technologies allow for the development of strategic […]
Raw materials: Commission launches new online portal to support responsible sourcing in businesses
The European Commission is launching Due Diligence Ready!, an online portal that provides businesses with guidance on how to check the sources of the metals and minerals entering their supply chains – the so-called “due diligence” process. It will help them ensure that their use of raw materials respects human rights while improving transparency and accountability across […]