As the European Union strives to secure access to Critical Raw Materials (CRMs), technical standardisation has become a pivotal focus. These standards are key for private sector compliance with new regulations like the Critical Raw Materials Act, fostering technological advances in CRM recycling and ensuring fair distribution of benefits.
A recent CEPS analysis explores CRM standardisation, highlighting challenges such as limited EU stakeholder participation, content gaps in recycling and traceability, and a fragmented ESG landscape. Policy recommendations aim to bolster the EU’s role in CRM standardisation and global competitiveness.