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Environmental aspects related to the use of critical raw materials in priority sectors and value chains

  • John Bacher
  • , Elina Pohjalainen
  • , Elina Yli-Rantala
  • , Katrien Boonen
  • , Dirk Nelen

Research output: Book/ReportCommissioned report

Abstract

This ETC/WMGE report provides an analysis of environmental risks and impacts related to the critical raw materials (CRMs) in the following applications: magnets, batteries, alloys, mineral fertilizers and electronics. The report also presents an overview of CRMs and their potential substitution solutions in these applications. In addition, it examines the economic importance and future aspects related to the use of CRMs in these applications.
Original languageEnglish
PublisherEuropean Topic Centre on Waste and Materials in a Green Economy
Publication statusPublished - 15 Dec 2020
Publication typeD4 Published development or research report or study

Publication series

NameEionet Report
No.ETC/WMGE 2020/5

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