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Metal alloys are homogeneous mixtures of metals. In them, no chemical reaction takes place and, therefore, no new chemical compounds are formed.

Copper has reached in recent months, especially in April, its highest prices for 15 months, reaching €4.02 per kilo. This week’s rise was 1.61% and the monthly rise was 9.05%.

We are all familiar with the principle of the circular economy: Reduce, Recycle and Reuse. However, this concept became obsolete, from 3, then 5, and finally the 7 r’s of the circular economy.

One of the many alternatives we have to reduce our impact is industrial symbiosis. This term is used in biology to describe a mutually beneficial relationship between species.

Reverse logistics is one of the key elements of the circular economy. It is a trend that has arisen due to the concern of companies to be more responsible and respectful of the environment.

In order to be able to recycle scrap metal, it is essential to sort and separate the metals. For this purpose, there are different techniques and methods of metal separation.

For both domestic and international waste shipments, the packing list is a mandatory document that must be presented to the relevant customs office, along with other documents that are also essential.

ESG criteria refer to environmental, social and corporate governance factors that are taken into account when investing in a company. In recent years it has become the benchmark for socially responsible investment (SRI).

When the waste generated is processed and transformed, we can obtain raw materials again without the need for primary extraction, which will be used in new manufacturing processes.