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After nearly three and a half years of collaborative research, innovation, and field demonstrations, the meeting marked an important milestone: the successful conclusion of the RELiEF project.<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>The three\u2011day gathering focused on reviewing results, sharing final findings, and aligning on the project\u2019s concluding steps. The agenda featured in\u2011depth discussions on <strong>sustainability impacts<\/strong>, <strong>technology development<\/strong>, and <strong>exploitation strategies<\/strong>, ensuring that the knowledge generated by RELiEF continues to support Europe\u2019s transition toward responsible and circular lithium value chains.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>A Focus on Results, Sustainability, and Exploitation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Throughout the sessions, partners evaluated the project\u2019s achievements\u2014from advancements in lithium recovery technologies to insights on regulatory frameworks and sustainable process design. The collaborative environment fostered constructive dialogue as the consortium prepared for its <strong>final review meeting<\/strong>, ensuring that project outcomes are clearly documented and ready for assessment.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>A Visit to AVESTA\u2019s Facilities<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The final meeting concluded with a visit to <strong>AVESTA\u2019s industrial facilities<\/strong>, where partners had the opportunity to see the tangible results of the project, including the demonstration elements developed through RELiEF\u2019s research efforts. This on\u2011site tour showcased how the technologies and methodologies explored within the project can support a more resilient, circular European lithium supply.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Reflecting on a Successful Collaboration<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The meeting also offered a moment to celebrate the consortium\u2019s hard work\u2014culminating in a shared dinner to honour the milestones achieved throughout the project. More than a technical conclusion, the gathering highlighted the strong partnerships formed since RELiEF\u2019s start in July 2022, laying the foundation for future collaboration in critical raw materials, sustainability, and circular economy research.<\/p>\n<p>As the project officially reaches completion, the outcomes of RELiEF will continue to contribute to European policy discussions, next\u2011generation lithium recovery technologies, and sustainable resource strategies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From 17 to 19 November 2025, the partners of the EU\u2011funded RELiEF project gathered for their final consortium meeting at the Avesta headquarters in Ninove, Belgium. 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