In a society that is increasingly aware of the need for sustainability, recycling scrap metal and metal waste presents itself as an indispensable solution. A recent article in El Español highlights how this process is essential to achieving several of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as SDG 12 (responsible production and consumption), SDG 13 (climate action) and SDG 9 (industry, innovation and infrastructure).
According to the International Energy Agency, steel and metal production is responsible for approximately 10% of global CO emissions. This underlines the urgency of improving recycling rates and reducing the environmental impact of these processes. However, the recycling of metals such as aluminium and copper still faces significant challenges, with recycling rates of 33% and 35% respectively.
Technology is the main answer to these challenges. New technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT), are revolutionizing the recycling industry. Automated, AI-based sorting systems can identify and separate metals with greater accuracy than manual methods. A study by the University of Cambridge reveals that the implementation of these systems could increase aluminium recycling efficiency by 20%, significantly reducing waste and CO emissions.
In this context, ScrapAd has been highlighted in the article as a relevant factor within this sustainable ecosystem. Founded by Samuel Ruiz de Lorenzo and Sandra Montes, ScrapAd is a digital platform connecting recyclers and scrap buyers in more than 125 countries. Known as the “Scrap Wallapop”, our platform facilitates international trading of metal waste in an efficient, safe and traceable way.
The appearance of ScrapAd in a reference medium like El Español reinforces our commitment to sustainability and encourages us to continue working for a more circular world. This recognition highlights the impact that digitization and data-driven solutions can have on traditional sectors such as waste management.
From ScrapAd, we will continue to bet on innovation and collaboration with companies, institutions and citizens to build together a cleaner and more responsible future.
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