The European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) has significantly upgraded the Raw Materials Information System (RMIS), reinforcing its commitment to providing comprehensive data on non-fuel, non-agriculture primary raw materials and secondary raw materials. RMIS – Raw Materials Information System+8RMIS – Raw Materials Information System+8RMIS – Raw Materials Information System+8
RMIS serves as the Commission’s primary knowledge platform, offering in-depth profiles of various raw materials, including lithium, cobalt, and nickel. These profiles deliver critical insights into material properties, applications, supply chains, and sustainability considerations, supporting informed decision-making across industries and policy sectors. RMIS – Raw Materials Information System
In a recent development, the JRC published a report focusing on enhancing the recycling and recovery of critical and strategic raw materials in vehicles. This report addresses the growing demand for raw materials driven by the expansion of electric vehicle production and renewable energy technologies, emphasizing the need for responsible sourcing and recycling practices to mitigate environmental and social impacts. OUP Academic+7RMIS – Raw Materials Information System+7RMIS – Raw Materials Information System+7RMIS – Raw Materials Information System
The RMIS platform also features analyses of value chains and demand forecasts for critical raw materials in strategic sectors such as renewables, e-mobility, energy, ICT, and aerospace & defense. These analyses assist stakeholders in understanding material flows and anticipating future supply and demand dynamics. RMIS – Raw Materials Information System
Furthermore, RMIS supports the European Union’s objectives for strategic autonomy by promoting circularity in critical raw materials. The platform provides data and indicators on material flows, recycling rates, and supply chain dependencies, aiding in the development of policies and strategies to reduce reliance on non-EU sources. JRC Publications+9OUP Academic+9RMIS – Raw Materials Information System+9
