Recycling technologies for critical raw materials from EoL products (IA)

Last updated: 18.7.2025
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This EU funding program, 'Recycling technologies for critical raw materials from EoL products (IA)', is an Innovation Action under Horizon Europe. Its core purpose is to bolster Europe's resilience in critical raw materials supply chains by accelerating the development and deployment of advanced recycling technologies for end-of-life products. The initiative aims to reduce EU dependencies, foster a circular economy, and contribute to climate neutrality.

Who is Funded

This section outlines who is generally eligible for funding, detailing the target groups, geographical scope, and the program's overarching objectives. It includes defining characteristics of intended beneficiaries and strategic aims to enhance EU resilience in critical raw materials.

What is Funded

This section details the specific types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, clarifying covered costs and the typical developmental stage of supported projects. It highlights the focus on advanced recycling technologies for critical raw materials from various end-of-life products and urban mines.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the nature and scale of the financial support provided, detailing the type of financial instrument, the specific funding amounts available per project, and any information on project duration. The program primarily offers grants to foster innovation in critical raw material recycling.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the key rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to. It covers various stipulations, including application terms, collaboration guidelines, and budget limitations to ensure compliance and effective project execution.

Application Procedure

This section provides a guide through the application process, detailing preparation, submission, documentation, and how decisions are made and communicated. It includes all relevant procedural steps and timelines.

This section outlines the foundational legal and official documents that authorize, establish, and govern the "Recycling technologies for critical raw materials from EoL products (IA)" funding program. These documents provide the program's mandate and shape its operation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

7,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

28,000,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States, Associated Countries, OECD countries, African Union Member States, MERCOSUR, CARIFORUM, Andean Community, and countries with strategic partnerships on raw materials (Argentina, Canada, Chile, Kazakhstan, Namibia, Ukraine).

Sectors

Sectors:

Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Scaling, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

EIT Raw Materials, EIT Climate-KIC, EIT Digital (for skills and competencies development); InvestEU Fund (for further commercialisation of R&I outcomes).

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