From Sweden to Europe – how EasyMining prepares for the future
Europe stands at a turning point. As the EU seeks to reduce its dependence on imported critical raw materials and strengthen resilience through circular solutions, innovative technologies are becoming increasingly important. For EasyMining this transition is not a future ambition - it is already underway. Through its Ash2Phos technology and growing dialogue with European policymakers, EasyMining is positioning itself at the centre of Europe’s circular transformation.
20 May 2026This spring, EasyMining welcomed Sweden’s Minister for EU Affairs, Jessica Rosencrantz, to its research and development facilities in Uppsala. The visit highlighted how innovation and regulation must evolve together if Europe is to unlock the full potential of circular resource recovery. During the visit, EasyMining showcased its work on phosphorus recycling and demonstrated how technologies can contribute to reducing Europe’s dependence on imported resources.
The timing is significant: Across Europe, policymakers are increasingly discussing how circularity can strengthen competitiveness and secure access to strategic raw materials. Ahead of a high-level meeting with EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall, Pär Larshans of the Ragn-Sells Group, of which EasyMining is part, emphasized that outdated regulations continue to slow the circular transition. One example is the current EU framework that limits the use of recycled phosphorus in animal feed, despite technological advances that enable recycled phosphorus to achieve exceptionally high purity standards.
For EasyMining, these discussions are not abstract policy debates - they directly influence the future market for circular solutions. The Ash2Phos technology enables phosphorus recovery from sewage sludge ash while simultaneously removing heavy metals. A first plant is built in Schkopau Germany and will start operating in 2027, with a second plant to come in Helsingborg Sweden. In total 30,000 t of calcium phosphate are produced, ready for a European domestic market
As Europe works toward greater strategic autonomy, phosphorus has become increasingly important. The EU currently relies heavily on imports, while only a limited share of demand is covered by domestic production. Circular technologies therefore represent more than environmental progress; they are becoming industrial and geopolitical necessities.
From its roots in Sweden to an increasingly active role in European discussions, EasyMining is preparing for a future where circular innovation and policy development go hand in hand. The company’s work illustrates how technological breakthroughs can contribute to solving continental challenges - helping Europe become more resilient, competitive, and sustainable.
Jessica Rosencrantz during her visit to EasyMining’s facilities in Uppsala.
Pär Larshans, Chief Sustainability Officer of the Ragn-Sells Group and EU Commissioner Jessika Roswall.
