• Policy

        • Germany

        • 2020

        German Resource Efficiency Programme (ProgRess)

        …2020.The central goal of ProgRess is to sever the link between economic growth and the use of raw materials. For this purpose, the programme focuses primarily on cooperation with business, voluntary action and innovation.It contains measures aimed at increasing energy efficiency along the entire value chain – from raw material extraction and product design to production, use and the circular economy. In particular, measures 7 and 11 touch upon “critical raw materials” (CRMs): “Integrate environmental aspects into the EU approach on critical raw materials (priority action)” and “Roadmap Substitution of Critical Raw Materials to Pursue environmental and future technologies”. 

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        • Ireland

        • 2022

        Policy Statement on Mineral Exploration and Mining

        …and mining licences or leases for coal, lignite and oil shale; research into the life cycle of minerals developed in Ireland and the demand for different minerals in Ireland, the EU and globally; the development of a roadmap for legacy mines; the continued review of Local Area Development Plans and engagement with local authorities on potential mineral exploration; and the representation of Ireland at the annual convention of Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada. The Statement is accompanied by an SEA Statement that reviews the recommendations received during consultation processes and through various reports, including the Environmental Report and Natural…

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        • Sweden

        • 2013

        National Minerals Strategy

        …knowledge exchange and coordination3) Framework conditions and infrastructure for competitiveness and growthFollow-up and evaluate current initiatives to shorten environmental permitting lead-times Pilot a comprehensive plan to support municipalities in their detailed planning work Use experience from FFI to develop electric propulsion systems for trucks on the road4) An innovative mining and minerals industry with an excellent knowledge baseImplement a biometric subject review of the mining and minerals research areaIncrease knowledge about the role of geology in society and highlight the industry as a workplaceRegional skills platforms are to draw up plans for how to meet the long-term skills supply…

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        • Australia

        • 2017

        Australia Minerals National Mineral Exploration Strategy

        …our capabilityUNCOVER Initiative: UNCOVER is a collaborative mineral exploration and research effort between industry, academia, and government geoscience and survey agencies. Actions for the GWG include the alignment of pre-competitive science initiatives with the UNCOVER roadmap priorities and strengthening of strategic collaborations. Protecting the environmentEnsure the compliance of all field activities with environmental legislation;Ensure effective availability and delivery of data to environmental stakeholders;Connect environmental data to GWG's geoscience information portal.Supporting our people and communitiesGenerate new maps and information concerning the primary prospectivity of Australia;Measure Strategy impact in terms of job creation and value leverage…

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        • France

        • 2022

        Varin report on critical minerals

        …close involvement of industry.  As part of the acceleration strategy dedicated to batteries, and under the joint supervision of CEA and CNRS, elaboration of a technological roadmap shared by industry and public research on metals for next-generation batteries. Translation of the concept of a “responsible mine” into a norm or label that can be certified in relation to the regulation on batteries currently reviewed at the European level. The report mission also successfully reinforced the dynamics between local ecosystems for the establishment of industrial facilities in the intermediate stages of added value (refining, battery components, recycling). The government is…

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        • Spain

        • 2008

        Energy Saving and Efficiency Plan 2008-11

        …Vehicle - Ecological Vehicle) Plan, to be in effect until 2010. VIVE will replace nearly 240 000 vehicles over 15 years old; - Vehicle manufacturers will be required to inform consumers on the emissions and energy consumption of new vehicles for sale by means of a comparative energy label; - A proposal will be presented to reduce by an average of 20% the speed limits entering large cities and on city ring-roads and high-capacity roads; - Campaigns are to be conducted, notifying and informing citizens about efficient driving techniques, such as the importance of tyre pressure for fuel consumption; - A special line…

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        • Spain

        • 2015

        FNEE-Aid Programme for the Renewal of Municipal Street Lighting Installations

        …000. Actions for an amount under €300,000 may be filed in group with (an) other applicant(s) as set out in the Programme outline. Some of the eligible activities considered are those having in common a reduction in lighting capacity of existing lighting installations and that will enable: · Reduce energy consumption in lighting by at least 30 %. · Regulate lighting thresholds according to the different types of night schedules and kinds of roads, getting adapted to citizens’ needs. · Adapt the existing installations to the regulation on energy efficiency on street lighting installations and to the Low Voltage Electrical Regulations. The…

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        • Germany

        • 1991

        Vehicle Taxation

        …new registrations compared to 22% before the introduction of the fuel consumption levy. Diesel vehicles currently hold a share of 40% to 50% of the total passenger vehicle fleet compared to 5% in the mid-1980s. The car registration tax has to be paid for each month in which a vehicle is registered and has a number-plate, the prerequisite to use public roads. The level of the tax depends on engine specification and it is paid to the insurance company together with the liability insurance premiums. The tax is then forwarded by the insurance company to the tax authority.

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        • Sweden

        • 1999

        The Environmental Code

        …under the Environmental Code. As from 2005, however, the authorities may no longer impose limits on carbon dioxide emissions or the use of fossil fuels by installations covered by the EU ETS.Measures in the area of spatial planning chiefly affect emission trends in the longer term, and can be of great significance in that perspective. Physical planning measures are primarily governed by the Planning and Building Act (PBA). Many such measures, as well as major infrastructure projects regulated by the Roads Act and the Railway Construction Act, are also subject to some of the provisions of the Environmental Code.

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        • Italy

        • 2013

        National Energy Strategy

        …produced, primarily, by increased competitiveness in the most electricity- and gas-intensive sectors; savings of resources currently used to import fuels; substantial investments in the energy sector and in the associated supply industries; and a revitalisation of research and innovation in the sector.As regards the long and very-long term (2030-2050), Italy subscribes to the spirit of the European Roadmap 2050 for a low-carbon economy, which aims to reduce emissions by up to 80%. Recent decades have shown us, however, that it is difficult to predict developments in technology and the markets, especially in the long term…

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