What’s inside a material flow model and what can flow modelling reveal?
Flow modelling reveals the big picture of material flows, usually on a global and regional level, enabling further investigation into […]
Recycling is one of the most important issues of our time
Recycling is one of the most important issues of our time. Recycling is a world-wide flow and trade and it
Multi-materials substitution intelligence
Materials price, relative performance, sustainability credentials, availability, extrusion tolerances and changing regulations are just some of the many factors that
The Impact of climate change on commodity production and trade
One often thinks of metal extraction, fabrication, and trade playing key roles in addressing climate change, as is the case
Update on North American recycling
With decarbonization and waste reduction priority goals of government and their partners, the recycling of metals, plastics, paper, glass, and
Energy, decarbonisation and recycling
Many countries are seeing a shift in their energy portfolio as they diversify fossil fuel-based generation (oil, gas, coal, etc.)
Focus on Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
CBAM is a mechanism used by government to account for the carbon cost of producing imported goods. The mechanism goal
Copper substitution intelligence
A wide range of recurring threats and factors influence substitution however, day to day, overall project cost is the key
Materials miniaturisation
Miniaturisation is linked to innovation and technological progress where similar performance can be offered using less material. It is driven
Metals and materials substitution intelligence
Materials price, relative performance, sustainability credentials, availability, extrusion tolerances and changing regulations are just some of the many factors that
