Enhancing Circular Economy in Using Critical Raw Materials in the EU
Senior Research Project Manager Krisztina Zálnoky from the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership presented interesting topics to the research group during a webinar on Thursday, March 14th.
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This webinar explored a timely topic, addressing numerous legislative developments in the EU such as the Net Zero Industry Act and the Critical Raw Materials Act. The event was organized as part of the WickedWaters Seminar Series, funded by the Research Council of Norway under project 341973.
Krisztina Zálnoky served as the speaker for the seminar. Krisztina has worked on different research and management positions related to sustainability, circular economy, and the energy transition.
Krisztina’s presentation focused on “Enhancing Circular Economy with Critical Raw Materials in the EU”. Krisztina discussed the increasing demand for critical raw materials and the European Union's policies aimed at addressing this challenge. The presentation highlighted key EU strategies, including the Green Deal Industrial Plan and the Critical Raw Materials Act, to promote climate neutrality and sustainable resource management. It emphasized the importance of circular economy practices in enhancing the resilience of European industries and reducing environmental impacts. Through case studies, focused on steel, and recommendations, the presentation underscored the need for collaborative efforts and innovative approaches to ensure a sustainable supply of critical raw materials and foster economic competitiveness in Europe.
The PowerPoint presentation file is available under the article.
Further Details about the Keynote Speaker
Krisztina is a Senior Research Project Manager in the CISL Europe office. Prior to joining the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, Krisztina worked at the Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency of the European Commission and completed internships at the UNICEF Hungarian Committee and the U.S. Commercial Service in Hungary. She gained experience in the private sector, working as an analyst at KPMG on projects related to the Common Agricultural Policy. Krisztina studied International Relations with a specialisation in European integration at Corvinus University Budapest and holds an MSc in Public Policy from University College London. Her master dissertation focused on the impact of the 2008-2009 financial crisis on democracy support in Central and Eastern Europe.
