EIT RawMaterials, initiated by the EIT (European Institute of Innovation and Technology) and funded by the European Commission, is the largest and strongest consortium in the raw materials sector worldwide. Its mission is to boost competitiveness, growth and attractiveness of the European raw materials sector via radical innovation and guided entrepreneurship.
EIT RawMaterials unites more than 100 partners – academic and research institutions as well as businesses – from more than 20 EU countries. They collaborate on finding new, innovative solutions to secure the supplies and improve the raw materials sector all along its value chain – from extraction to processing, from recycling to reuse.
There are six regional hubs in Belgium, Finland, France, Italy, Poland and Sweden, called Co-location centers that represent different regional ecosystems bridging between business, research and education.
EIT RawMaterials aims to significantly enhance innovation in the raw materials sector by sharing of knowledge, information and expertise: Entrepreneurs, Start-ups and SMEs receive funding and support through our partner network and collaboration activities.
EIT RawMaterials will generate a significant impact on European competitiveness and employment by driving and fostering innovation and empowering students, entrepreneurs and education partners driving toward the circular economy. This will result in the introduction of innovative and sustainable products, processes and services, as well as talented people that will deliver increased economic, environmental and social sustainability to European society.
EIT RawMaterials unites more than 100 partners – academic and research institutions as well as businesses – from more than 20 EU countries. They collaborate on finding new, innovative solutions to secure the supplies and improve the raw materials sector all along its value chain – from extraction to processing, from recycling to reuse.
There are six regional hubs in Belgium, Finland, France, Italy, Poland and Sweden, called Co-location centers that represent different regional ecosystems bridging between business, research and education.
EIT RawMaterials aims to significantly enhance innovation in the raw materials sector by sharing of knowledge, information and expertise: Entrepreneurs, Start-ups and SMEs receive funding and support through our partner network and collaboration activities.
EIT RawMaterials will generate a significant impact on European competitiveness and employment by driving and fostering innovation and empowering students, entrepreneurs and education partners driving toward the circular economy. This will result in the introduction of innovative and sustainable products, processes and services, as well as talented people that will deliver increased economic, environmental and social sustainability to European society.
Location: Germany, Berlin
Employees: 51-200
Phone:+49 30 263664660
Founded date: 2015
Portfolio 95
| Date | Name | Website | Total Raised | Location |
| 10.11.2025 | Greenland ... | greenlandresources.ca | $584.75K | Greenland |
| 07.03.2022 | UP Catalys... | upcatalyst.com | $140.26M | Lithuania |
| 16.09.2020 | Composite ... | crlltd.com | - | - |
| 16.09.2020 | ColloidTek | collo.fi | $5.5M | - |
| 16.09.2020 | Biota Tec | biotatec.com | - | Estonia, T... |
| 16.09.2020 | MEFFA Lab ... | meffalab.com | - | - |
| 16.09.2020 | Fractuscan... | fractuscan.com | - | - |
| 16.09.2020 | Robotic Ey... | robotic-eyes.com | - | Austria, S... |
| 16.09.2020 | 2D Fab | 2dfab.se | - | Sweden, Su... |
| 16.09.2020 | Geosto Oy | geosto.fi | - | Finland, M... |
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Mentions in press and media 24
| Date | Title | Description |
| 01.04.2026 | Sensmet secures €1.5M to scale real-time metals monitoring for Europe’s raw materials supply | Finnish developer of continuous metals monitoring technology, Sensmet, has received a €1.5m investment from EIT RawMaterials to help secure the supply of critical and strategically important raw materials. Sensmet's breakthrough technology,... |
| 10.11.2025 | Greenland Resources Secures Funding From EIT RawMaterials To Advance Magnesium Extraction Pilot | Greenland Resources announced that it has entered into a Financial Sustainability Agreement with EIT RawMaterials GmbH, a public-private partnership co-funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe. Under this agreement, EIT RawMaterial... |
| 03.10.2025 | EIT governing board approves €978M for European innovation and skills | The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) announced that its Governing Board has approved €978 million for 2026–2028 to strengthen innovation, entrepreneurship, and skills development across Europe. The EIT’s largest funding... |
| 17.03.2025 | “Mittlerweile ist das B2B-Geschäft unser klarer Fokus” | Das Neusser Startup ScrapBees, das unter dem Markennamen Schrottbienen unterwegs ist, kümmert sich um das Recycling von Altmetall. NRW.BANK, EIT RawMaterials, BonVenture und Business Angels investierten zuletzt 4 Millionen Euro in das Unter... |
| 30.01.2025 | EIT RawMaterials Launches Investment Call for Tech Start-Ups, Scale-Ups, Mining, Processing, and Recycling Projects | BERLIN, GERMANY, January 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- EIT RawMaterials launches new investment call for technology start-ups & scale-ups, and mining, processing and recycling projects First European dedicated funding call focused on E... |
| 23.10.2024 | AM 4 AM to Scale Metal Powder Production with €1.3M in New Funding | AM 4 AM, a Luxembourg-based supplier of 3D printable metal powders, has raised €1.3 million in a seed funding round. The company will leverage this new capital to expand its facilities and improve its product production capabilities. The fu... |
| 27.06.2024 | In race to regain rare earth glory, Europe falls short on mineral goals | Land Use & BiodiversityCircular EconomyChevron WindChevron Sustainable & EV Supply ChainChevron Regulatory & PolicyChevron In race to regain rare earth glory, Europe falls short on mineral goals By Eric OnstadJune 27, 20247:17 A... |
| 24.05.2024 | Dutch-based Powall raises €3M to advance sustainable energy materials with ultra-thin coating tech | Read this article in: Delft-based Powall, a company that offers R&D services and IP licensing on scalable production of nanostructured materials, has secured €3M in a follow-up investment round. The funding came from existing investors ... |
| 06.10.2023 | Outokumpu signs a letter of intent with Greenland Resources Inc. to strengthen the future supply chain of low-emission high-quality molybdenum | Outokumpu signs a letter of intent with Greenland Resources Inc. to strengthen the future supply chain of low-emission high-quality molybdenum Fri, Oct 06, 2023 11:00 CET Report this content Outokumpu Oyj Press release October 6, 2023 at 12... |
| 12.04.2023 | EIT support programs for startups: a comprehensive overview | It’s no secret that it has become more difficult for startups to raise capital. Fortunately, there are many options out there worth considering when dealing with a funding crunch. If, in 2021, Latvian startups attracted a record-breaking 24... |
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