{"id":396,"date":"2023-08-30T17:00:25","date_gmt":"2023-08-30T14:55:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/irtc.woop.local\/scientific-board\/"},"modified":"2026-04-23T16:24:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T14:24:47","slug":"our-mission","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/who-we-are\/our-mission\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Mission"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The ESM foundation initiates, supports and coordinates research and educational projects, organizes events and promotes professional and social discourse on critical metals. <\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>At the ESM foundation, we prioritize the security of supply and advocate for the sustainable use of critical metals essential for modern technologies and the energy transition. The foundation stands for political and financial independence, made possible by foundation capital that has been managed sustainably since 1951. The ESM foundation endeavors to attain the highest standard of scientific quality. In our work, we collaborate closely with science and industry at home and abroad and are involved in publicly funded projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide\" style=\"background-color:#f2cea2;color:#f2cea2\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/zach-reiner-hW11fwjzVfA-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4344\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover;width:200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/zach-reiner-hW11fwjzVfA-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/zach-reiner-hW11fwjzVfA-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/zach-reiner-hW11fwjzVfA-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/zach-reiner-hW11fwjzVfA-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/zach-reiner-hW11fwjzVfA-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Independence and Sustainability<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The foundation stands for political and financial independence, which is crucial for unbiased research and advocacy. This independence is made possible by our foundation capital, which has been managed sustainably since 1951. Our long history of prudent financial management enables us to support projects and initiatives without relying on external political or commercial pressures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dan-dimmock-3mt71MKGjQ0-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4345\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover;width:200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dan-dimmock-3mt71MKGjQ0-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dan-dimmock-3mt71MKGjQ0-unsplash-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dan-dimmock-3mt71MKGjQ0-unsplash-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dan-dimmock-3mt71MKGjQ0-unsplash-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/dan-dimmock-3mt71MKGjQ0-unsplash-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Commitment to Scientific Excellence<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The ESM Foundation endeavors to attain the highest standard of scientific quality in its projects and activities. We are committed to rigorous research practices and prioritize scientific integrity and excellence. Our projects are designed to contribute valuable insights and advancements in the field of critical metals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vardan-papikyan-JzE1dHEaAew-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4346\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover;width:200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vardan-papikyan-JzE1dHEaAew-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vardan-papikyan-JzE1dHEaAew-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vardan-papikyan-JzE1dHEaAew-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vardan-papikyan-JzE1dHEaAew-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/vardan-papikyan-JzE1dHEaAew-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Collaborative Efforts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In our work, we collaborate closely with science and industry both domestically and internationally. We engage in partnerships with academic institutions, industrial stakeholders, and other organizations to leverage a diverse range of expertise and resources. This collaborative approach allows us to drive innovation, address complex challenges, and promote practical solutions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jacek-dylag-PMxT0XtQ-A-unsplash-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4347\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover;width:200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jacek-dylag-PMxT0XtQ-A-unsplash-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jacek-dylag-PMxT0XtQ-A-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jacek-dylag-PMxT0XtQ-A-unsplash-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jacek-dylag-PMxT0XtQ-A-unsplash-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jacek-dylag-PMxT0XtQ-A-unsplash-2048x1363.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Publicly Funded Projects<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The ESM Foundation is also actively involved in publicly funded projects. By participating in these initiatives, we align our efforts with national and international priorities, ensuring that our work contributes to broader societal goals. These projects enable us to expand our impact and work towards sustainable, long-term solutions for the critical metals sector.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The ESM foundation initiates, supports and coordinates research and educational projects, organizes events and promotes professional and social discourse on critical metals. At the ESM foundation, we prioritize the security of supply and advocate for the sustainable use of critical metals essential for modern technologies and the energy transition. The foundation stands for political and&#8230; <\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/who-we-are\/our-mission\/\" class=\"excerpt-read-more\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":389,"menu_order":3,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_ti_tpc_template_sync":false,"_ti_tpc_template_id":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-396","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/396"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=396"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/396\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4360,"href":"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/396\/revisions\/4360"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/389"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/esmfoundation.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=396"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}