The CICERO project recently participated in a Battery 2030 session dedicated to raw materials, bringing together researchers and stakeholders from across the European battery ecosystem to discuss current challenges, emerging solutions, and future priorities for sustainable battery value chains.
The session was part of the Final Battery 2030 conference and provided a valuable platform for exchanging knowledge and strengthening collaboration among projects. As access to critical raw materials becomes increasingly important for the energy transition, discussions focused on strategies to reduce dependencies, improve resource efficiency, and accelerate the adoption of circular approaches.
During the session, representatives of the CICERO project presented the latest progress achieved within the project. The presentation highlighted ongoing work on the development of innovative MSA-based circular hydrometallurgical processes aimed at enabling the sustainable and cost-effective production of NMC cathode materials. Participants were introduced to recent advances in the project’s research activities and the contribution these innovations can make to strengthening Europe’s battery materials value chain.
The event also facilitated engaging discussions with experts from other Battery 2030 initiatives and related projects. Participants exchanged perspectives on raw material supply challenges, recycling technologies, circular economy solutions, and the importance of collaboration across the research and innovation landscape. These interactions provided valuable insights into common challenges faced by the sector and identified opportunities for future cooperation.
The discussions reinforced the growing recognition that achieving Europe’s battery ambitions will require not only technological innovation but also stronger integration of circularity principles throughout the value chain. By promoting the recovery and reuse of valuable materials, projects such as CICERO contribute to reducing dependence on imported resources while supporting the development of a more sustainable and competitive European battery industry.
The CICERO consortium values the opportunity to engage with the wider Battery 2030 community and would like to thank the organisers and participants for the insightful discussions. Such exchanges play an important role in fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, and ensuring that European research efforts collectively contribute to a secure and sustainable supply of battery materials.
