What would it cost my company to access this raw materials intelligence?+
INTRAW was a Coordination and Support Action that produced publicly available reports and aimed to establish a permanent International Observatory for Raw Materials. Based on available project data, the observatory was designed to operate after project completion with dedicated funding schemes. Access costs would depend on the observatory's post-project operating model.
Can this intelligence scale to cover my specific raw material needs?+
The project covered raw materials broadly across 5 major non-EU countries (Australia, Canada, Japan, South Africa, United States) with 41 partners from 25 countries contributing data. It addressed extraction, processing, recycling, and substitution of Critical Raw Materials. The observatory was designed as a permanent body for continuous monitoring, so coverage should extend beyond the initial project scope.
Is there any IP or licensing involved if I use this data?+
As a CSA (Coordination and Support Action), INTRAW produced policy mappings, cooperation frameworks, and intelligence reports rather than patentable technology. Based on available project data, the outputs are primarily informational and designed for broad dissemination. The 29 deliverables include reports on policies, strategies, and best practices that are generally accessible.
How does the observatory differ from existing raw materials databases?+
Unlike static databases, the Observatory was designed as a permanent operational body that actively promotes cooperation through dedicated bilateral and multilateral funding schemes. It combines policy intelligence, licensing procedures, research mapping, and industry practices into one platform. The consortium of 41 organizations across 25 countries provides a uniquely broad international network.
Is this still operational after the project ended in 2018?+
The project closed in January 2018 and the observatory was designed to remain operational after completion with a clear strategy and management approach. Based on available project data, you should verify current status through the project website at intraw.eu or contact the coordinator, the Federation Europeenne des Geologues in Belgium.
Which regulations or policies does this cover?+
INTRAW mapped raw materials policies and strategies, licensing and permitting procedures, and data reporting systems across Australia, Canada, Japan, South Africa, and the United States. This covers the regulatory landscape for exploration, extraction, processing, and recycling — directly relevant for companies navigating compliance in foreign jurisdictions.
