New EU alliance aims for ‘strategic autonomy’ on key raw materials
As reported by euractiv, the European Commission launched a new industry alliance on 30th September aimed at strengthening the EU’s “strategic autonomy” on raw materials like rare earths, which are considered key for the bloc’s green and digital transitions.
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The European Commission launched a new industry alliance on Tuesday (30 September) aimed at strengthening the EU’s “strategic autonomy” on raw materials like rare earths, which are considered key for the bloc’s green and digital transitions.
“Access to resources is a strategic security question” for Europe’s green ambitions, says the declaration establishing the European Raw Materials Alliance.
“Demand for critical raw materials will only increase, especially given the ongoing transition to a green and digital economy,” said Maroš Šefčovič, the Commission vice president in charge of foresight, who launched the alliance on Tuesday (30 September).
The new industry-led group will be modelled on the European Battery Alliance, which brought together more than 200 companies, governments and research organisations around the manufacturing of batteries for the auto industry.
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