Japanese trading house Itochu and air-conditioner manufacturer Daikin Industries have announced a joint business initiative to recover aluminum from used commercial air conditioners. This move aligns with Japan's broader strategy to increase recycling of critical materials and reduce its reliance on imports from the Middle East, particularly amid ongoing conflicts that disrupt global supply chains. The partnership aims to bolster domestic resource sustainability by recycling aluminum, a key metal in air conditioning units.
The initiative reflects Japan's efforts to secure critical materials through circular economy practices and mitigate risks associated with geopolitical instability in resource-rich regions.
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