What can the contribution of suppliers be in achieving net zero goal? Downsizing dump trucks is a game-changer for tire manufacturers, as it allows for smaller tires and different technologies.
But also using electric drive, where a diesel engine is used to turn an alternator that powers electric wheel motors, reducing fuel use and carbon footprint.
End-user initiatives can also play a crucial role, such as the joint initiative between EQIOM and Air Liquid to build the first carbon-neutral cement plant in Europe. Overall, these initiatives were deemed crucial to achieving net zero in mining.
Watch the interview with Bruno Santos, Tire Field Test Engineer at BKT Tires, to learn more about these initiatives.
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- It takes over 200 different ingredients to make an OTR Tire.
- Tires are naturally white because rubber is white in color. A material called carbon black is added to the rubber compound recipe during the tire manufacturing, increasing the tensile strength and durability of the tires as we know them. BKT is the single tire manufacturer with carbon black supplied in house.
- Tires can be recycled into a variety of products. Common uses are: roading, artificial turf, and playground mats
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At RMI, Thomas Koch Blank leads initiatives to promote the adoption of green hydrogen in heavy industry. With his experience in the fields of sustainability, energy and resource efficiency, renewable energy and access to energy, mining and minerals, hydrogen, and solar system design, Thomas is a leader of a portfolio of initiatives focused on accelerating clean energy technology and decarbonizing heavy industry.
Prior to his work at RMI, Thomas helped build consultancy McKinsey & Company’s Sustainability and Resource Productivity practice, advising the world’s largest companies on the decarbonization of production and supply chains. He also served as a senior advisor to national governments drafting and implementing sustainability strategies.
A new technology is being developed to address the increasing problem of extracting metals and minerals for the tech industry without causing significant environmental harm and financial burdens. This technology, called "The Oyster," utilises electro-extraction to recover metals in their elemental state, which can lead to decreased energy use and carbon emissions in mining. The process is applicable to raw materials, waste products and post-consumer waste. By eliminating the need for smelting, this technology can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 92% compared to traditional mining. Watch the interview with Alexander Allen, Director of Business Development and Head of Mining at Nth Cycle, to find out more details!
Bruno Santos is a tire field test engineer with over 10 years of experience validating new technologies, products, and services. He has extensive knowledge of the tire industry, and his technical expertise and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams has been instrumental in the successful development of new products and services. Bruno is passionate about finding innovative solutions to improve tire performance and safety. His commitment to continuous improvement makes him a highly valuable professional in the tire industry.