Challenges related to the reliable supply of raw materials under fair and environmentally sound conditions are addressed in the European Union (EU) in line with its Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA). The benchmarks for 2030 and the mandatory requirements for industry and Member States set by the CRMA will affect the work of geologists across Europe. The CRMA and the need to arrange for specific information in the United Nations Framework for Classification for Resources (UNFC) format calls for qualified geologists from both the public and private sectors as well as improved school and academically education. Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programs help to maintain and expand the expertise as Competent Person or Qualified Expert, respectively.
Wittenberg et al. (2026) studied this question.