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Mining is at the heart of modern industry, powering everything from electronics and construction to renewable energy production and medical devices. The demand for critical metals continues to grow, but this demand comes with significant environmental costs, particularly as we increasingly rely on mining lower-grade ore. Consider that it can take up to 200 tons of ore to extract just one ton of metal when dealing with lower-grade copper or nickel. With global consumption of these metals at around 30 million tons per year, this equates to approximately 6 billion tons of ore processed annually. This scale of operation generates substantial waste, leading to increased energy consumption, greater waste production, and significant pollution. This challenge underscores the urgent need for innovative solutions. Biology offers a powerful tool, with the potential for highly specific processes that can selectively remove impurities and recycle valuable metals, all while reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. The opportunities for sustainable, economical advancements are vast and growing. Learn more about the transformative potential of biology in the mining sector.

"At NATCO, we believe operational costs can ignite like a wildfire, starting from a single spark—whether it’s power, raw materials, chemical solutions, or management systems. ?? If you're unable to control your efficiency in the operational process, you’re bound to lose control of your costs. By optimizing energy usage, managing resources, and streamlining operations, we help businesses maintain control and achieve sustainable growth. Start by taking control of your power and processes, and the rest will follow. #NATCO #OperationalEfficiency #EnergyManagement #CostControl #Sustainability"

In today’s highly competitive marketplace, owners and operators of electrocoating (E-coat) operations are seeking innovative ways to optimize their process operations, reduce costs and improve their environmental footprint, while also meeting or exceeding stringent quality requirements. ??Optimizing water usage has become increasingly important and clients have been seeking solutions that enable water re-use across their E-coat systems. By employing a more holistic approach that looks at e-coating in its entirety rather than as a two-step process, Solecta has developed a new process technology that eliminates the need for a final rinse stream and allows for water reuse without compromising final product quality. ?? Proof in Point: Utilization of Solecta’s new FR technology enabled a large automotive client to eliminate the consumption of 9 Million Gallons of clean water and reduce total paint and effluent costs. ??Learn how Solecta's FR tech transforms operations in our white paper: https://lnkd.in/eib895Aw Operational excellence is critical to winning in today’s highly competitive finishing marketplace. Looking at operations holistically presents a clear opportunity for e-coaters to reduce cost, conserve water and separate themselves from the competition. ?? #Ecoating #Sustainability #Innovation #Watersavings #WhitePaperAvailable

#Topsoe reports record revenue & earnings and an all-time high in investments that support the energy transition #Investments in #technologies and #solutions that enable #netzero increased by 275% compared to 2022, reaching a new historical high. R&D spend increased to DKK 700 million, an increase of 20% compared to 2022. Full report below! https://lnkd.in/gS9FmAMv #financialresults #2023year

We have some good news to share. (Source: Metals Innovation Initiative press release) ALL4, Inc.?has been selected to partner with M12 to support the goals of their metals company membership by leading a study of clean energy supply in Kentucky, following an extensive RFI and RFP process. MI2 and ALL4 previously have collaborated through a common association with?GAME Change Engine, an organization focused on advancing circular economy manufacturing technologies for Kentucky and Tennessee. ALL4 is an environmental and sustainability consulting firm with a global presence and a local focus, with offices in Lexington and Louisville. Together, MI2 and ALL4 will create a framework for increasing the supply of clean energy available to Kentucky metals manufacturers by 10% over the next five years. Daryl Whitt, a Certified Energy Manager and Technical Director for ALL4’s ESG & Sustainability Practice, expressed his enthusiasm for the project. “There is a great opportunity in Kentucky to spur economic growth and create competitive advantage for the metals industry by transitioning to clean energy sources,” Whitt said. “Historically, in the United States, metals manufacturing thrived where energy was inexpensive and plentiful. We can maintain this model through the energy transition by proactively developing clean energy sources and driving innovation.” Read the complete press release by clicking the post below. #ESG #Sustainability #metalsmanufacturing #cleanenergy #environmentalconsulting #Kentucky

We're very happy to share a new case study that highlights our work with Hydro-Chem Systems. Working alongside their internal marketing and sales teams we've recognized an average 7.2x Return on their Marketing Investment (ROMI) over the last 3 years. That's how you change the perception of marketing as overhead to VALUE-ADD! Read all about it here: https://lnkd.in/gdjjjve9 #RevenueOperations #RevOps #GrowthMarketing

?? ?????????????????? ???????????????? ?????????????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????? ?????? ???? ?????????????????????? Aquastill BV has announced the acquisition of SolarSpring assets in the field of Membrane Distillation, following the insolvency proceedings of SolarSpring GmbH | membrane solutions. The assets acquired consist of the Intellectual Property (IP), laboratory equipment and selected R&D projects, which will be transferred to Aquastill BV in the Netherlands. SolarSpring’s key people Rebecca Schwantes and Kirtiraj Chavan will support the transition and stay connected as advisors helping Aquastill to bring Membrane Distillation to the next level of technology readiness. This acquisition underlines the commitment of Aquastill to the further development of Membrane Distillation as a Sustainable Thermal Desalination technology for both sea water and industrial waste water. The integration of assets within Aquastill is being expected to be completed before the 1st of October 2024. #SolarSpring #Aquastill #development #wasteenergy #membranedistillation #Sustainability #Innovation #wastetoenergy #desalination

AECOM and Aquatech recently announced an agreement to accelerate the deployment of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) destruction technology. Frank Sweet, Chief Executive of AECOM’s Global Environmental Business, shared, “As AECOM continues to accelerate the development of our proprietary DE-FLUORO? PFAS destruction technology, our agreement with Aquatech provides the capability to offer full-service commercialization from initial evaluation to on-site treatment programs.” Backed by six years of research, development, and demonstration, DE-FLUORO is a patented, field-proven electrochemical oxidation technology that destroys #PFAS. This process has been deployed on various waste streams within the United States, Australia, and Europe and across a range of industry sectors to successfully achieve environmentally friendly #pfasdestruction. Discover how DE-FLUORO can address your nuanced contamination challenges: https://hubs.ly/Q02Cd00v0

?? Ready to supercharge your knowledge on the future of batteries? Amsterdam is calling! ?? Why should you head to the Fastmarkets European Battery Raw Materials Conference 2024? Let me break it down: Hear from industry giants: Get the latest insights from Joaquim Nunes de Almeida (European Commission), Julia Poliscanova (she/her) (Transport & Environment (T&E), Chad Blewitt (Rio Tinto), Daphné Pérès (Volvo Trucks), Tobias Abt (Mercedes-Benz AG), Rohit Kumar (Standard Chartered) and more will be sharing their insights. These industry leaders are setting the direction for EVs and battery regulations—you won’t want to miss what they have to say! Get the lowdown on EU battery regulations: Master the latest rules and guidelines with our dedicated pre-conference workshop. If you want to stay ahead of the curve, this is the place to do it! Meet our Fastmarkets experts: Get the latest insights on pricing, forecasts, and industry trends straight from the source. Our team will be there to help you navigate the complex landscape of battery raw materials. Network with the best: Connect with key delegates from McKinsey & Company, Northvolt, Umicore, Albemarle Corporation, Savannah Resources PLC, Veolia, and others. This is your chance to expand your network and collaborate with the best minds in the industry. Don’t just take our word for it—be there to experience it yourself! Secure your spot now: https://fmrkts.com/3ySbdNv ?? See you in Amsterdam!

The Fastmarkets European Battery Raw Materials Conference is fast approaching – and so is the deadline for early bird rates. Book by July 19 to save €300 on industry insights in Amsterdam. What's new this year: ??Two pre-day workshops ??BRM shark tank investment contest ??The 5km BRM Run Club ??More networking, including a networking breakfast and dedicated recharge spots Hot topics on the agenda: ?? What’s required to develop sustainable battery raw materials in Europe? ?? Can Europe secure a green future without South America’s lithium triangle? ?? From ore to eco-mobility: How will responsible sourcing drive the future? Expert speakers already confirmed include: ?? Elewout Depicker – Li-Cycle ?? Julia Poliscanova – Transport & Environment (T&E) ?? Joaquim Nunes de Almeida – European Commission ?? Nicolo` Campagnol – McKinsey & Company ?? Peter Hannah – Albemarle Corporation If you want to make connections that count and see into the BRM future, get your ticket now: https://okt.to/8c4Cjo #FastmarketsBRM #BatteryRecycling #batterystorage #lithium