Summit Sessions

How the raw materials industry is solving its biggest innovation challenges

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Europe faces an urgent mandate to swiftly transition to clean energy technologies while driving digitalization, automation, and electrification forward. With a projected 500% surge in demand for critical raw materials by 2050, rapid innovation is imperative. This session highlights how industry leaders are addressing these challenges through open innovation strategies. 
Through four impactful case studies, attendees will see how new networks, collaboration with startup founders, and strong industry-university partnerships are generating tangible outcomes. These initiatives identify disruptive applications, increase student employment opportunities, and fuel ongoing R&D projects, contributing to a greener and more cost-effective industry. 

16.05.24, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Auditorium
Add to Calendar 2024-05-16 14:45:00 Raw Materials Summit 2024: How the raw materials industry is solving its biggest innovation challenges Europe faces an urgent mandate to swiftly transition to clean energy technologies while driving digitalization, automation, and electrification forward. With a projected 500% surge in demand for critical raw materials by 2050, rapid innovation is imperative. This session highlights how industry leaders are addressing these challenges through open innovation strategies. Through four impactful case studies, attendees will see how new networks, collaboration with startup founders, and strong industry-university partnerships are generating tangible outcomes. These initiatives identify disruptive applications, increase student employment opportunities, and fuel ongoing R&D projects, contributing to a greener and more cost-effective industry.  Rue Bara straat 1751070, Brussels, Belgium, The Egg Conference Centre, Auditorium RAW MATERIALS https://eitrmsummit.com/raw-materials-summit-2024/how-raw-materials-industry-solving-its-biggest-innovation-challenges Europe/Brussels public

Session Speakers

Ángeles Romo

Director SQM Lithium Ventures, SQM

Jan Eggert

Head of Education, EIT RawMaterials

Mari PilventΓΆ

CEO, TapojΓ€rvi

Nello Li Pira

Global Chief Materials For Electrification, Stellantis