University of Edinburgh Licenses Gold and Copper E-Waste Recovery Technology

Published: Jul 14, 2026 09:36

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The University of Edinburgh has licensed its Gold Copper Diamide Extraction process to Lithium Universe for cleaner recovery of gold and copper from electronic waste. The process uses organic compounds to selectively extract metals under milder, low-temperature conditions, offering a potential alternative to high-temperature smelting or aggressive leaching.

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