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22nd April, 2024: Scrap Gold, Silver and Platinum Prices Dipped on Index

In the Hallmarked category, the 14 carat gold scrap prices were down by $ 1.70 per Oz.

Nucor Corp. Announced Dip in Earnings in Q1 2024

Nucor reported surge in steel mills segment earnings during the first quarter of the year.

North American Sawmill Capacity Dipped in 2023

Meantime, Weyerhaeuser accounted for almost 50% of the total U.S. production during the previous year.

Gold Prices are Dropping as Tensions Between Israel and Iran Calm

The Israeli government’s offensive in Gaza has killed more than 34,00 people and created a humanitarian crisis.

Western North Carolina Coalition Calls for Action on Single-Use Plastic Pollution

Several studies have also linked microplastics to adverse health outcomes for humans.

Minnesota's Electronics Recycling Bill Pushed for Earth Day

To finance the program, a 3.2 percent retail levy would be added to the sale of most electronic devices. Cell phones would have a fixed 90-cent cost.

Copper Theft Behind AT&T Outages in Arkansas and Missouri, Police Say

AT&T workers were repairing the cut Monday afternoon.

Arkansas Steel Plant Set for Expansion

Along with the expansion, Zekelman said it would provide $250,000 to Arkansas Northeastern College to support area students in the steel industry and aviation maintenance degree programs.

The Recycling Partnership Introduces Chief Policy Officer

Kate’s passion for recycling stems from the crucial role recycling plays in building a more sustainable future.

U.S. Representative and Senators Huffman, Booker, Merkley Introduce Legislation to Address Plastic Production Crisis

The lawmakers emphasized the imminent danger plastic poses to public health, national security, and the planet’s future throughout its life-cycle and advocated for a vigorous stance in the negotiations.

Plainview, TX’s Solid Waste Department Earns Recognition for Recycling Efforts

Recycling has been a key point of interest for Brocke Lively, superintendent of solid waste management for the city.

United States Scrap Metal Prices

Lead-Solid Lead	0.70$US/Lb
Lead Wheel Weights	0.24$US/Lb
Scrap Auto Batteries	0.22$US/Lb
Aluminum Radiators	0.35$US/Lb
MLC Clips	0.72$US/Lb
6061 Extrusions	0.62$US/Lb
UBC	0.70$US/Lb
356 Aluminum Wheels (Clean)	0.71$US/Lb