The Investment Opportunity

$140B+ Value Creation at Stake

- Australian Government Critical Minerals Strategy 2023-2030

$140B+ VALUE CREATION AT STAKE

GLOBAL CAPITAL IS MOVING—BE PART OF THE SHIFT

Despite our raw materials, we lack large-scale refining capacity. This would add billions to our GDP.
Refining and processing would create 2.5x more economic value than exporting raw minerals alone.
Global demand is skyrocketing, but Australia risks being left behind without urgent investment.
This CRC ensures Australia captures maximum value, secures supply chains, and builds an industry of global significance.

Governments worldwide are pouring billions into critical mineral supply chains. Australia must act fast to secure its stake.
Investment in this CRC gives early access to game-changing technology, government partnerships, and a first-mover advantage in critical metal production.
The time to act is now. Australia has everything it needs to lead: minerals, energy, infrastructure, and expertise.

This is our chance to create a sovereign refining and manufacturing powerhouse.

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Partner Tier

CORE

Contribution

At least $3 million

($300,000 per annum)

plus in-kind

Benefits

Nominate and vote for board members
Design, develop and lead research programs
Nominate industry or research leaders
Commercialise research resulting from one's own investment
Host and oversee PhD students and postdoctoral fellows funded by the CRC
Attend CRC conferences, seminars, training, and networking events

KEY

$500,000

($50,000 per annum)

plus in-kind

Create original research projects for the Board's approval
Have one or more PhD students working on original projects
Have the authority to suggest other research projects for funding
Take part in the commercialisation of research resulting from one's own investment
Attend CRC conferences, seminars, training, and networking events

ASSOCIATE

Less than $500,000

($50,000 per annum)

plus in-kind

Take part in research projects
Offer guidance on the design of research initiatives
Suggest research projects for funding
Contribute to education and training (E&T) activities, research strategy and planning
Attend CRC conferences, seminars, training, and networking events

AFFILIATE

Suitable in-kind

Provide input into research projects
Participate in projects
Contribute to education and training (E&T) activities, research strategy and planning
Attend CRC conferences, seminars, training, and networking events

WHY CMCI CRC?

"Building downstream refining and processing capability and securing a greater share of trade and investment could generate $139.7 billion in GDP and increase the number of jobs by 262,600 from 2022 to 2040"

"Competition for capital is fierce, particularly for downstream processing projects. To ensure the industry’s success, we must create and maintain an environment that attracts investment and encourages competitive projects.”

- Australian Government Critical Minerals Strategy 2023-2030

AUSTRALIA’S EDGE: UNMATCHED RESOURCES + TECHNOLOGY + INFRASTRUCTURE

Cutting-Edge Solutions

Our critical mineral deposits are among the richest in the world.
We have abundant renewable energy sources.
Our world-class research & innovation provides unrivalled expertise in mineral processing.
We have the space, infrastructure and capability to create a large export market.

THE CRC MODEL: A BUSINESS & INVESTMENT VEHICLE FOR INDUSTRY LEADERS

The CRC Model leverages an expert research program and capability development initiative as a launchpad for Australia’s next major export industry.

Industry-led: Designed with direct input from investors, minerals and metals companies, and government stakeholders.
Commercialisation-driven: Focused on real-world impact, with accelerated technology development.
Supply Chain robustness: Leveraging Australia’s unique position to establish a whole supply chain capability.
High-return investment: Shared R&D, government support, and first-mover advantage for early partners.

WHAT IS A CRC

The CRC Program is an Australian Government initiative that serves as a platform for all ecosystem stakeholders to collaborate and co-design innovative solutions. As a key funding pillar of Australia’s national innovation system, it fosters medium- to long-term partnerships between research producers and end-users. The program’s goal is to drive research and development initiatives that unite industry and researchers to address significant challenges, delivering substantial economic, environmental, and social benefits to Australian industries.

WHY PARTICIPATE CMCI CRC

By joining CMCI CRC, your organisation will:

Be at the forefront of leading research in advanced mineral processing, refining technologies, and circular economy solutions with direct, real-world industry impact.
Collaborate with top-tier researchers, industry leaders, government policymakers, and investors across the critical minerals value chain.
Work alongside key stakeholders to tackle large-scale supply chain vulnerabilities, processing inefficiencies, and sustainability issues, ensuring a competitive and resilient future for Australia’s critical minerals sector.
Leverage your in-kind and cash contributions for returns through shared innovation, industry-wide collaboration, and access to government funding opportunities.
Shape the CRC’s R&D agenda to ensure research outcomes align with your organisation’s strategic objectives and the sector's evolving needs.
Work with highly skilled HDR students and emerging researchers, ensuring your organisation has access to the next generation of mineral refining and processing experts.
Position your organisation as a leader in innovation, sustainability, and sovereign capability development, reinforcing your role in shaping Australia’s critical minerals future.
Influence education, skills development, and workforce training to ensure Australia is building industry-ready talent that meets the demands of the evolving sector.
Develop entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial capabilities to drive innovation, commercialisation, and long-term industry resilience in a rapidly evolving global market.