The FREECOVER consortium is pleased to announce the publication of Newsletter No. 3 (June 2026), showcasing the latest project achievements, scientific exchanges, training activities, dissemination actions, and public engagement initiatives carried out across the consortium.
This edition highlights the project’s continued progress in advancing sustainable solutions for the recovery and recycling of Critical Raw Materials (CRMs), with a particular focus on Rare Earth Elements (REEs). Through international secondments, technical workshops, seminars, science communication activities, and stakeholder engagement, FREECOVER continues to strengthen collaboration between academic and industrial partners while promoting innovation in support of Europe’s circular economy objectives.
Among the highlights featured in this issue:
- International secondments fostering scientific collaboration and knowledge transfer between Europe and Latin America.
- Advanced training activities, including the FREECOVER Masterclass on research management and career development.
- Technical workshops and seminars addressing innovative technologies for critical raw material recovery.
- Public engagement initiatives, including Science Café discussions bringing research closer to society.
- Dissemination and knowledge-sharing activities exploring industrial symbiosis, renewable energy storage, and sustainable resource recovery.
The newsletter reflects FREECOVER’s commitment to scientific excellence, international cooperation, researcher development, and sustainable innovation under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Staff Exchanges programme.
📖 Read Newsletter No. 3 here:
FREECOVER Newsletter No. 3 (June 2026)
We thank all FREECOVER partners, researchers, seconded staff, and stakeholders for their continued contributions and support.
