Close to 90 billion tons of raw materials are extracted from our planet EVERY YEAR. What’s more, between 1970 and 2015, human consumption of Earth’s natural resources more than tripled. Our use of natural resources is expected to continue its growth and more than double from 2015 to 2050.

The environmental effects of mining and processing precious metals for the many products we use are significant and include the energy it takes to extract these materials from the earth, transform them into products and infrastructure, transport the finished goods to consumers, and dispose of them after use. What’s more, the mining industry has historically been marked by serious labor abuses, safety issues, and environmental destruction.

Doing Our Part

With all of this in mind, the recycling and refining of “high value” scrap such as the gold, silver, platinum and palladium found in jewelry and dental materials takes on extreme importance in today’s economy. Yes, precious metals can be recycled! In fact, they can be recycled over and over without degrading their properties or their value. There are many advantages to having your precious metal scrap materials refined and recycled at Noble Metal, including:

  • PRESERVATION of scarce natural resources
  • DECREASED energy use compared to new production or mine extraction
  • PROTECTION of the environment thanks to reduced mining activity
  • REDUCED need for mining, and its associated labor issues

Recycled precious metals are indispensable in today’s industry. They are used in a wide variety of products, including cell phones, semiconductors, electronic components for the automotive industry, medical products and more. Apart from their important uses in final products, they are also integral to many industrial production processes.

The Bottom Line

Precious metals are in short supply and predicted to tighten even further. That means that precious metal from scrap materials are a more valuable source of revenue for your jewelry store, pawnshop, or dental office than ever before. As specialists in the processing of materials containing precious metals, Noble Metal will refine and recycle your precious metal scrap quickly and efficiently, with complete transparency and maximum returns. So the next time you send in your valuable scrap materials, you can pat yourself on the back knowing that you’re doing your part to help save the planet!

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