Public consultation on a possible Innovation Partnership on raw materials

Innovation is the cornerstone of the Europe 2020 strategy for smart, sustainable and inclusive growth. The Union's strategy for innovation is spelled out in the 'Innovation Union' flagship initiative, proposed by the European Commission in October 2010. It covers the whole research and innovation cycle, from support to basic science and major research infrastructures to the promotion of open markets for new innovative products, making full use of regulations, standards, public procurement and intellectual property protection.

The EU raw materials strategy recognises the importance of sustainable access to raw materials for European society. The Commission believes innovation policy, which covers demand-based and supply-side measures, can play a crucial role in achieving the main policy goals set out in this strategy. For this reason, the Commission is considering the launch of an Innovation Partnership on Raw Materials – in line with the 'Innovation Union' flagship initiative.

The purpose of this public consultation is to gather stakeholder feedback on questions related to the concrete objectives of any future Innovation Partnership and the focus for its work.