UK Royal Mint Launches Facility to Extract Gold from E-Waste

The new factory in Wales aims to process 4,000 tonnes of electronic waste annually, converting discarded circuit boards into valuable gold.

The Royal Mint's new plant uses Canadian technology to recover gold from old electronics like phones and laptops.
The process is energy-efficient, operating at room temperature and using recyclable chemicals.
Recovered gold will be used for jewellery and commemorative coins, supporting the Mint's diversification efforts.
The initiative addresses the growing global e-waste problem, with 62 million tonnes discarded in 2022.
The facility also aims to create new jobs and reskill existing employees, ensuring the Mint's sustainability.