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Turning Old Cans Into Clean Energy

What's Your Problem?

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Aluminum Recycling: Challenges and Potential as an Energy Source

The chapter delves into the complexities of aluminum recycling, debunking misconceptions and highlighting the challenges posed by various alloys used in manufacturing. It explores the historical significance of aluminum, its abundance on Earth, and the technological breakthroughs that led to its mass production. The chapter also discusses the potential of aluminum as an underutilized energy source, focusing on innovations in industrial chemistry and the concept of using scrap aluminum for energy to decarbonize processes in the aluminum industry.

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