OPINION

Europe's MFF must not overlook raw materials

The proposed EU budget misses the mark on raw materials. Here’s how we can course-correct.

Bernd Schäfer
 Bernd Schaefer, chief executive and managing director of EIT RawMaterials at the EIT RawMaterials Summit 2025 Opening Speech.

Bernd Schaefer, chief executive and managing director of EIT RawMaterials at the EIT RawMaterials Summit 2025 Opening Speech. | Credits: EIT RawMaterials

The newly published European Commission proposal for the EU's next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028–2034 is an ambitious €2 trillion (US$2.3 trillion) roadmap to boost competitiveness, accelerate...

Start a free trial to continue reading this article

Already have an account?

Subscribe now

Expert-led Insights reports built on robust data, rigorous analysis and expert commentary covering mining Exploration, Future Fleets, Automation and Digitalisation, and ESG.

Expert-led Insights reports built on robust data, rigorous analysis and expert commentary covering mining Exploration, Future Fleets, Automation and Digitalisation, and ESG.

editions

Automation and Digitalisation Insights 2025

Discover how mining companies and investors are adopting, deploying and evaluating new technologies.

editions

Mining IQ Exploration Insights 2025

Gain exclusive insights into the world of exploration in a comprehensive review of the top trending technologies, intercepts, discoveries and more.

editions

Future Fleets Insights 2025

Mining IQ Future Fleets Insights 2025 looks at how companies are using alternative energy sources to cut greenhouse gas emmissions

editions

Automation and Digitalisation Insights 2024

Exclusive research for Mining IQ Automation and Digitalisation Insights 2024 shows mining companies are embracing cutting-edge tech