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NSP CSRM 2024 - 2029

Critical and Strategic Raw Materials for Green Transition and Sustainable Development

National Scientific Program

30+

Critical and strategic raw materials

NSP CSRM 2024 - 2029

Critical raw materials,
real solutions

The program focuses on fundamental and applied scientific research to determine Bulgaria's potential for critical and strategic raw materials, as well as on developing sustainable solutions for extraction, processing, and recycling, with an assessment of the social and environmental impacts.

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About the Programme

Sustainable management of
critical raw materials

The program explores Bulgaria's potential for critical and strategic raw materials and develops sustainable solutions for extraction, processing, and recycling. It creates a scientific basis for informed strategic decisions in support of the green transition.

Assessment of resource potential

Systematic analysis of primary and secondary sources of critical raw materials.

Sustainable technologies

Developing solutions for sustainable extraction, processing, and recycling.

Impact assessment

Analysis of the impact on the environment, health, and society.

Publicity

Мedia coverage

Publications and interviews reflecting the program's expert position on topics related to critical raw materials and the green transition.

Stages of implementation

From Raw Material Potential Analysis to Sustainable Solutions

The program follows an integrated scientific approach – from identifying and assessing resource potential to developing technologies and formulating strategic recommendations for the sustainable management of critical raw materials.

01. Resource assessment

Systematic analysis of primary and secondary sources of critical and strategic raw materials.

02. Technological development

Development of innovative and environmentally friendly technologies for extraction, processing, and recycling.

03. Impact assessment

Analysis of the environmental, social, and economic effects of the decisions implemented.

04. Strategic recommendations

Scientifically based guidelines in support of the green transition and energy security.

Indicators

Programme Scale and Implementation

The program is implemented through clearly defined indicators, work packages, and measurable results in the field of critical and strategic raw materials.

Scientific forums – 50
34%
Scientific publications – 55
37%
Exhibitions and media appearances – 15
10%
Accessible overviews of critical and strategic raw materials in Bulgaria – 20
14%
Laboratory-validated improved technologies – 5
3%
Social impact assessment documents – 3
2%

Interactive Map

Raw Material Potential of Bulgaria

The interactive map visualizes known deposits and promising areas for critical and strategic raw materials in Bulgaria.

Main features:

 Geographical positioning of deposits

 Grouping by type of raw material

 Visualization of promising areas

The cartographic module is combined with a scientifically based assessment of the quantitative and qualitative parameters of raw materials.

It includes:

 Contents assessment

 Analysis of constraints and risks

 Environmental and social factors

The interactive map serves as a tool for strategic planning and informed decision-making.

It supports:

 Industrial and energy policy

 Green transition

 Circular economy

 Long-term economic sustainability