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At YS Cypriot Catalysts Ltd. we are tackling a critical challenge: the efficient recycling of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) like platinum, palladium, and rhodium from spent catalytic converters. PGMs play a vital role in reducing harmful emissions and are integral to industries, ranging from automotive to electronics. However, they are scarce and costly to extract using traditional methods.

In our latest research within the EXTREME project, we are pioneering the use of Deep Eutectic Solvents (DESs), an innovative and eco-friendly approach to leaching PGMs. Unlike conventional methods, DESs offer several benefits such as low environmental impact and non-toxicity.

And we are excited to announce the successful leaching tests for the three PGMs (Pt, Pd, Rh) from spent converters using DESs, achieving yields comparable to state of art technologies.

Curious about how DESs are shaping the future of recycling? Read more in our blog.

EXTREME has been funded by the EC under the Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions (GA: 101105700)

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