Project Objectives

• Mapping of critical raw material substitution initiatives: CRM_InnoNet will carry out a ‘top down’ sector-based approach to identify potential bottlenecks in the raw materials value chain and a ‘bottom up’ raw materials-based approach, including mapping of on-going initiatives in the field of substitution of critical raw materials at the EU and Member States level.
• Prioritisation methodology: CRM_InnoNet will develop a methodology to establish clear criteria for the prioritisation of applications which are at ‘threat’ due to resource scarcity and identify opportunities for technological and non-technological development in the field of substitution of critical raw materials.
• Substitution Roadmap: CRM_InnoNet will propose a roadmap for the substitution of critical raw materials in five key applications.
• Innovation Network: The Innovation Network will constitute a dynamic, open and proactive platform for the entire stakeholder community.
• Policy Recommendations: CRM_InnoNet will prepare recommendations, future initiative ideas and suggested actions for policy makers.