The new way to conserve resources
Dr. Michael Schulte Strathaus, Chairman of the Association
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This change of name, decided by the Board of Directors, reflects the increasing importance of the processing of mineral raw materials. The focus is not only on extraction, but also on sustainable processing. The potential is enormous: more efficient separation of rocks and minerals contributes to environmental protection and decarbonisation. Raw materials such as copper, gold, silver, lithium, rare earths, cobalt, tungsten and iron ore are processed worldwide using the processing technology of VDMA members. Processing technology also plays a key role in the circular economy by recovering valuable materials from discarded products and returning them to the industrial value chain.
Dr. Michael Schulte Strathaus, Chairman of the Association emphasizes: “The rebranding to ‘Mining & Minerals’ underlines our vision of sustainable raw material extraction and processing. We are committed to innovative technologies that promote both economic efficiency and environmental protection.”
