Combined Electrochemical and NAnocellulosic approach to recover Rare Earth metals from Mining waste. (CENAREM)
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | RISE Processum AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 499 619 |
| Project duration | December 2025 - April 2026 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | Global cooperation 2025 |
| Call | Planning grant for international proposal 2025 |
Purpose and goal
CENAREM aims to develop a sustainable and innovative process to extract critical raw materials from primary and secondary sources, reducing environmental impact and strengthening EU resilience in critical raw materials supply chains. The project combines bio-based solutions to selectively recover rare earth elements. This approach leverages bio-based materials from forestry residues, promoting circularity and alignment with the CRM Act and EU Green Deal objectives.
Expected effects and result
The project strengthens EU resilience in raw material supply chains by advancing sustainable, low-impact extraction of CRMs. It enhances cooperation between RTOs, biorefineries, and industry, demonstrating feasibility and scalability of the approach. CENAREM supports future commercial uptake and reinforces Europe’s strategic autonomy in critical raw materials.
Planned approach and implementation
The aim is to build a strong Horizon Europe CL4 proposal by finalizing a competitive and compliant consortium with industrial actors, including mining and end-user partners. The grant will support outreach, agreements, and integration into technical work packages, ensuring eligibility, impact, and competitiveness ahead of the April 2026 deadline.