The CRMsDataSpace project will generate significant outcomes that will enhance critical raw materials (CRMs) recovery, contribute to the European Green Deal, and support the implementation of the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA). The project will deliver innovative solutions in data management, artificial intelligence (AI), and circular economy strategies.

Key Expected Results

✅ Development of the First Common European Data Space for CRMs
A secure and interoperable digital platform that provides structured information on closed extractive waste facilities, supporting policymakers, researchers, and industries.

✅ AI-Powered CRM Recovery Reports
Automated Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will generate standardized reports on the economic and environmental feasibility of recovering CRMs from mining waste.

✅ Classification of CRM Resources Based on the United Nations Framework (UNFC)
An AI-based classification tool will be implemented to assess and categorize CRM potential from extractive waste, facilitating investment decisions.

✅ Improved Access to CRM Data and Transparency
The project will enhance data accessibility for businesses, investors, and public administrations, streamlining decision-making and reducing reliance on CRM imports.

✅ Pilot Studies and Case Demonstrations
Several case studies will validate the project’s methodology in different European countries, demonstrating the technical and economic feasibility of CRM recovery.

✅ Support for the Just Transition of Coal Regions
By creating new economic opportunities in former coal mining areas, the project will foster job creation and contribute to the green transition of affected regions.

✅ Stakeholder Engagement and Capacity Building
Workshops, training programs, and knowledge-sharing activities will ensure the adoption of project outcomes across the EU and promote cross-border collaboration.

Long-Term Impact

  • Reduction of Europe’s dependency on imported CRMs.
  • Advancement of sustainable mining and circular economy practices.
  • Enhanced policymaking and compliance with the CRMA.
  • Promotion of new business models for CRM recovery.

The CRMsDataSpace project will provide a solid foundation for a sustainable, data-driven, and resource-efficient future in Europe.