Development, Technoecomic Analysis, and lifecycle assessment of a novel, commercial-scale, electrified E-waste recycling technology

The escalating predicament of electronic waste (e-waste) is a pervasive global concern, with the world generating more than 50 million metric tonnes of e-waste, and less than 20% undergoing global recycling. E-waste comprises diverse metallic and non-metallic constituents that possess the potential for re-utilization or recycling, thereby mitigating environmental pollution. In this project, in collaboration with GreeNovel, we work on the development and scaleup of a novel electrified process for E-waste conversion for commercial-scale recycling. The pilot-scale recycling process, which is based on a patented microwave-assisted pyrolysis process is developed at GreeNovel’s industrial facility. In this project, the simulation modelling and optimization, techno-economic analysis and lifecycle assessment of the process are conducted to minimize the energy demand and improve the performance. The findings are essential to the corporation since they will be utilized to scale up and commercialize the technology.

Faculty Supervisor:

Yaser Khojasteh-Salkuyeh

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Partner:

GreeNovel Inc

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Concordia University

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