About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2026 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Advances in Recycling and Environmental Technologies
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| Presentation Title |
Exploring Non-Indigenous Rare Earth Deposits in Bangladesh: Sources, Estimation, and Sustainable Management Strategies |
| Author(s) |
Rakibul Qadir, Md. Khairul Islam, Talha Siddik, Moupia Tajrin Oyshi |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Talha Siddik |
| Abstract Scope |
This study investigates the potential non-indigenous rare earth deposits in Bangladesh, focusing on eight commodities: nickel metal hydride batteries, computer hard disk magnets, Compact fluorescent lamp phosphors, cathode ray tube phosphors, coal fly ash, triple super phosphate fertilizer, steel-making slags from induction furnaces, and catalytic converters. Utilizing import data, the market presence of these commodities has been calculated. Furthermore, actual field samples have been collected and analysed to estimate the presence and level of rare earth elements in the commodities in comparison to reviewed literature, to provide a comprehensive understanding of the sources and quantities of rare earth elements being deposited in the country. The findings indicate the need for comprehensive policies to manage rare earth elements efficiently, reduce environmental impacts, and support economic growth through sustainable practices. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of fostering innovation, international collaboration, and further research in rare earth element recovery and recycling. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Undecided |
| Keywords |
Recycling and Secondary Recovery, Sustainability, Other |