The CRMsDataSpace project is structured into several Work Packages (WPs), each focusing on a critical aspect of the projectโs implementation. These WPs ensure efficient project execution, covering everything from data space development and AI implementation to stakeholder engagement and risk management.

๐น WP1 โ Project Management and Coordination
๐ Objective: Ensure smooth execution, risk management, and compliance with project objectives.
- Oversee overall project coordination and communication among partners.
- Monitor progress, ensuring alignment with EU regulations (CRMA & Green Deal).
- Manage financial and administrative aspects, including risk assessment and contingency planning.
๐น WP2 โ Development of the European Data Space for CRMs
๐ Objective: Create a secure, interoperable digital data space for CRM recovery.
- Design and implement a geospatial database to map CRM potential in mining waste.
- Develop a user-friendly web platform and mobile application for data collection and visualization.
- Ensure compliance with European data standards, integrating open-source technologies.
๐น WP3 โ AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) for CRM Data Processing
๐ Objective: Implement Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to automate data analysis and CRM classification.
- Develop AI-powered reporting tools for assessing CRM recovery potential.
- Train Large Language Models (LLMs) to generate automated insights and recommendations.
- Implement an AI-driven classification system for CRM resources based on the United Nations Framework (UNFC).
๐น WP4 โ Geochemical and Metallurgical Assessment of Extractive Waste
๐ Objective: Conduct technical assessments to determine the economic feasibility of CRM recovery.
- Perform geochemical sampling and laboratory testing to evaluate CRM concentrations.
- Analyze mineralogical and metallurgical properties for recovery potential.
- Conduct pilot studies in different European locations to validate methodologies.
๐น WP5 โ Business Models and Economic Feasibility
๐ Objective: Develop sustainable business models to attract investment in CRM recovery.
- Define economic viability and potential ROI for CRM extraction from mining waste.
- Propose investment incentives and policy recommendations for industry stakeholders.
- Explore market opportunities and potential for upscaling CRM recovery operations.
๐น WP6 โ Dissemination, Communication, and Stakeholder Engagement
๐ Objective: Promote project outcomes, raise awareness, and engage key stakeholders.
- Organize workshops, training sessions, and policy briefings across the EU.
- Develop a communication strategy to maximize project visibility.
- Ensure knowledge transfer to policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers.
๐น WP7 โ Risk Management and Policy Alignment
๐ Objective: Identify and mitigate risks while ensuring compliance with European policies and regulations.
- Develop risk assessment frameworks to address potential project challenges.
- Align project objectives with the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA).
- Ensure sustainability and long-term impact beyond the projectโs lifecycle.
๐ Project Timeline
๐ข Start Date: July 1, 2025
๐ด End Date: June 30, 2028
Each Work Package contributes to the successful implementation of CRMsDataSpace, ensuring a robust, data-driven, and sustainable approach to CRM recovery in Europe.