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06/19/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Novel recycling process turns discarded hard disk drive magnets into new material

With the rise of technology also comes the rise of electronic waste across the globe. It may seem as if these unused materials are easier to discard than typical garbage, but the truth is, it’s really difficult to do so due to the high levels of toxic chemicals. To address this problem, the U.S. Department of […]

04/21/2018 / By Zoey Sky

New biochemical leaching process uses corn stover to recover rare earth metals from electronic waste

A study has determined that aside from being used as fodder or bedding, corn stover can be used as feedstock for a new biochemical leaching process. This revolutionary process helps recover valuable rare earth metals from electronic waste. The biochemical leaching process is similar to a mining process and it requires the use of corn stover. […]

02/20/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

RECYCLING old computers is now a crime, thanks to federal prosecutors

Eric Lundgren is known for his innovations in recycling electronics, but now his efforts to keep this growing source of dangerous pollution under control have earned him a 15-month prison sentence and a $50,000 fine. If Lundgren’s name sounds familiar, it could be because of the headlines he made last year when the $13,000 DIY […]

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