Metal recycling involves collecting, sorting, and processing metals to create new products, conserving resources and reducing carbon emissions.
Waste Reduction: Recycling metals extends their lifespan and decreases the demand for mining, preserving ecosystems and reducing the carbon footprint associated with extraction
Energy Savings: Recycling scrap metal reduces greenhouse gas emissions produced during smelting and processing operations. Energy savings are substantial: up to 92% for aluminum, 90% for copper, and 56% for steel compared to virgin ore
Conservation of Natural Resources: Recycling one ton of steel conserves 2,500 pounds of iron ore, 1,400 pounds of coal, and 120 pounds of limestone.
Reuse Opportunities: Recycling metals provides renewed opportunities for their use without mining and refining more. It avoids issues like acid mine drainage and dangerous piles of mine tailings.
