FREECOVER Showcased at CEDIS3: Advancing Eco-Friendly Rare Earth Recycling Through European Collaboration
Ankara, May 29, 2025 — The Horizon Europe-funded FREECOVER project was presented at the CEDIS3 International Partnerships Workshop & Matchmaking Event, hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Technology of Türkiye on May 29–30, 2025, in Ankara.
FREECOVER focuses on advancing eco-friendly hydrometallurgical processes for the recovery and reuse of rare earth elements (REEs)—critical materials in clean energy, digital, and defense technologies. The project is actively addressing Europe’s need for sustainable, secure, and circular approaches to managing REEs.
At the CEDIS3 event, FREECOVER was represented by Sustainable Innovation Technology Services (SITES), which leads the project’s Communication and Dissemination Work Package. The project was featured during poster and matchmaking sessions, engaging with EU stakeholders, Turkish development agencies, and international innovation actors.
FREECOVER’s contributions include:
🔬 Developing non-toxic, energy-efficient recovery methods for REEs
♻️ Supporting circular economy innovation in critical raw materials
🌍 Enabling Living Labs that connect researchers, industry, and society
📊 Sharing tools for cross-sector knowledge transfer and policy impact
The project is strongly aligned with the EU’s Green Deal, Critical Raw Materials Act, and Smart Specialisation Strategies (S3)—making it a vital part of Europe’s sustainable innovation landscape.
For more information, visit: https://freecover.eu
Media Contact:
Maghraby Elseify
FREECOVER Communication Team
📧 freecover.communication@gmail.com
