The EIT Raw Materials Summit 2026, focus on the field of innovation and sustainability in raw materials, brings together industry leaders, start-ups, researchers, investors and policymakers to explore technological and business model solutions that drive the transition towards more resilient, circular and sustainable production systems.
Scope: International — open to participants worldwide, with a strong focus on Europe and global cooperation in advanced raw materials, recycling and the circular economy.
Venue and dates: Brussels, 19–21 May 2026.
Main event features: High-level conferences, expert panels, exhibitions and B2B meetings.
What is the EIT Raw Materials Summit?
The EIT Raw Materials Summit is the annual flagship event organised by the EIT RawMaterials community — a European initiative bringing together more than 200 partners from industry, research centres, universities and innovation organisations. Its mission is to strengthen the competitiveness of Europe’s raw materials value chain and foster innovative solutions addressing challenges such as resource scarcity, advanced recycling, new materials and system circularity.
The Summit has become a cross-sector meeting point where stakeholders share experiences, scientific breakthroughs, pilot projects and collaboration opportunities for high-impact technological initiatives.
Key themes of the event
The EIT Raw Materials Summit addresses strategic topics including:
- New materials and advanced technologies
- Circular economy approaches applied to resources and raw materials
- High-value technical recycling
- Sustainable mining and recovery of critical resources
- Process digitalisation and traceability
- Industry–academia collaboration for disruptive innovation
These themes highlight how sustainable raw materials management and transformation are essential pillars for securing competitive and environmentally responsible supply chains.
Who attends?
The event is designed for a diverse professional audience, including:
- Corporations and manufacturers interested in advanced raw materials and sustainable processes
- Technology start-ups developing solutions in recycling, alternative materials or innovative industrial processes
- Research centres and universities with relevant R&D projects
- Investors and funding bodies focused on innovation and green technologies
- Policymakers and regulatory stakeholders interested in strategic trends and solutions
The Summit combines keynote speeches, expert panels, pitch sessions and networking spaces designed to facilitate strategic partnerships and collaborative initiatives.
Participation opportunities
Taking part in the EIT Raw Materials Summit offers multiple benefits:
- Global visibility among key players in the raw materials and technology ecosystem
- Direct connections with potential industrial partners and investors
- Participation in business rounds and matchmaking sessions for collaborative projects
- Access to up-to-date insights on trends, challenges and future scenarios in the sector
In addition, promising start-ups and projects can showcase their innovations through pitch sessions and exhibition formats, opening doors to expanded networks and growth opportunities.
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