Europe is taking big steps to cut down its reliance on foreign sources for the essential materials needed to build electric cars, smartphones, and solar panels.
- The European Commission just added 46 new strategic projects across 16 countries to boost local mining, processing, and recycling.
- Spain secured two of these new spots, bringing its total contribution to nine projects since 2025.
- This initiative is part of a larger plan to strengthen the EU’s supply chain and balance trade relationships.
By focusing on home-grown production, the EU hopes to secure a more stable future for its tech and green energy industries.