Our role in critical raw materials

Critical raw materials (CRMs) power the technologies that shape our everyday lives – from clean mobility and renewable energy to electronics and connectivity. Defined by its unique properties, CRMs are indispensable to both the energy transition and digitalization. As global demand rises and access becomes more scarce and complex, securing these materials is increasingly strategic. At Umicore, we secure access to critical and valuable materials through our circular approach.

We recycle 13 CRMs​

At Umicore, critical raw materials are at the heart of what we do. Through our circular business model and deep know-how, we recover, refine and transform valuable metals into advanced technologies that enable cleaner mobility, energy-efficient systems and high-performance electronics.

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