Yesterday, the Commission presented its draft for the Critical Raw Materials Act. Along the value chain, projects for 16 strategic raw materials are to be given top priority. Criticism has been levelled above all at the requirements for strengthening the circular economy.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The EU Commission wants to improve monitoring and risk management for the supply of critical raw materials and create a central coordinating body for this purpose. It is not yet clear what form this should take: Is stronger cooperation between national authorities sufficient? Or does the EU even need an active raw materials agency based on the Japanese model?
By Leonie Düngefeld
The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action is working on key points to make domestic mining more ecological. The mining industry sees no need for action here – but hopes for faster approval procedures.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The EU Commission plans to present its legislative package for securing the supply of critical raw materials at the beginning of March. For the Swedish Council Presidency, the issue is a top priority.
By Leonie Düngefeld
