European Union's Raw Materials Initiative

The European Union's Raw Materials Initiative is a strategic effort to secure reliable access to important natural resources—like metals and minerals—needed for manufacturing and green technologies. It aims to diversify supply sources, improve recycling, and develop domestic extraction to reduce dependence on outside countries. By doing so, the EU seeks to support its economic growth, innovation, and transition to sustainable energy, while also promoting responsible resource management and reducing environmental and geopolitical risks associated with raw material supply chains.