BBC Inside Science Going for gold
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Sep 5, 2024 Discover how the Royal Mint plans to reclaim gold from e-waste, turning our tech trash into treasure. Explore the environmental impact of increasing electronic waste and the urgent need for new recycling solutions. Travel to a stud farm where thoroughbred foals are pampered, revealing that their gut health might predict their racing success. Dive into the science of genetics and its influence on Olympic potential, alongside an exploration of the hunt for life on Mars, fueled by NASA's exciting discoveries.
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E-Waste Threat
- E-waste, including items with plugs, batteries, or cables, poses a significant environmental threat.
- Improperly processed e-waste can leach hazardous materials into soil and water, impacting human health.
Royal Mint's Urban Mining
- The Royal Mint is tackling e-waste by extracting gold from circuit boards to create jewelry.
- This innovative approach combines the Mint's expertise with Exia's unique room-temperature chemical process.
Circular Economy Model
- Recovering gold from circuit boards and repurposing it demonstrates circular economy principles.
- This process offers a promising model for larger-scale material recovery from e-waste.