You won’t believe the shiny potential lurking in that old tech stashed in your closet! A startup in the UK has discovered a way to extract precious metals from electronic waste using a room-temperature solvent, skipping the energy-hungry smelting process altogether. Instead of shipping e-waste off to other countries like Japan, they’re mining gold, cobalt, and copper right on home soil, cutting down on emissions while bringing back local jobs. Talk about turning trash into treasure!
This process isn’t just eco-friendly; it’s essential for national security too. As countries realize that raw materials like lithium and nickel are becoming geopolitical gold, the drive for recycling has gained momentum. In a world where old electronics pile up like laundry after a long week, wouldn’t it be great if we could cash in on them? Imagine that dusty old phone of yours becoming the next big investment!
And let’s not forget the Royal Mint, which is getting in on the action. They’ve opened a facility capable of processing tons of circuit boards every year, transforming that e-waste into gold coins for investors. No need to feel guilty about cashing in on the latest shiny gadget when you could potentially be helping recycle its predecessor into something valuable. So, what’s gathering dust in your home that might just be hiding a small fortune? Time to take a peek!
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