Simone Raatz

Simone Raatz is the administrative leader of the Helmholtz Institute Freiberg for Resource Technology in Eastern Germany. She is known for her expertise in resource technology and has commented on the current state of the recycling industry, particularly in relation to the efforts of major corporations like Glencore. Raatz has expressed skepticism about the industry's commitment to innovative recycling technologies, suggesting that existing methods are often not pursued with the seriousness required to achieve significant sustainability goals.