Important results from the project
Yes, the project essentially fulfilled the objective set from the start by developing a concrete proposal for how a national mapping system for secondary critical raw materials can be built and managed. During the course of the project, the understanding of data limitations and uncertainties, as well as the need for a public, statistics-based system, was deepened. The project also contributed to a consensus between authorities and industry on feasible solutions.
Expected long term effects
The project is expected to contribute to Sweden eventually gaining a common and long-term knowledge base on secondary flows of critical raw materials. It can strengthen circularity, reduce import dependence and provide better conditions for meeting EU reporting requirements. The system can also support policy development, investments in recycling and increased resilience in the supply of materials.
Approach and implementation
The project was implemented as a policy lab in close dialogue with authorities, industry and trade associations. The work combined needs analysis, review of data sources and a concept test where a calculation model was developed and tested. The approach was iterative and allowed for adjustment of focus based on insights that emerged during the project.
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