CRC Press - Sustainable Urban Mining of Precious Metals

As modern industry evolves, the volume of waste at the end of product lifecycles continues to grow. This book addresses the urgent need to close the loop and secure resources by integrating into the circular economy. It offers a detailed review of extraction techniques used in the urban mining of precious metals, specifically focusing on gold, silver, and the platinum group. Readers will gain a clear understanding of the merits and demerits of different extraction methods. The text provides practical suggestions for improving these processes and explores the feasibility of hybrid extraction techniques. By examining the sustainability and environmental impact of every process, this work serves as a guide for those looking to understand how to manage metal recovery more effectively in a changing industrial landscape.