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EU Targets Critical Minerals for Clean Energy
EU lists 46 projects to secure clean energy metals from China.
In brief
EU lists 46 projects to secure clean energy metals from China. EU announces 46 critical mineral projects to meet 2030 targets for lithium, nickel, cobalt, and rare earths. Originally reported by POLITICO.
EU Announces 46 Critical Mineral Projects
The European Commission announced 46 projects to diversify from China’s raw materials and establish mineral sovereignty.
Projects Focus on Battery Metals and Conductors
Lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese and graphite dominate the list, along with copper and aluminum for electrification.
EU Aims for 2030 Targets on Mineral Production
By 2030, the bloc wants to mine 10%, process 40% and recycle 25% of its needs for critical minerals.
Projects Behind Schedule Despite EU Efforts
The majority of projects are behind schedule, highlighting the complexity of getting critical mineral projects up and running.
The key point
EU announces 46 critical mineral projects to meet 2030 targets for lithium, nickel, cobalt, and rare earths.
