Yudha Gusti Wibowo, Dedy Anwar, Asnan Rinovian, Jarwinda, Sudibyo, Anis Tatik Maryani, Hutwan Syarifuddin, Ahmad Tawfiequrrahman Yuliansyah, Himawan Tri Bayu Mutri Petrus
Mining activities are widely recognized for their adverse environmental impacts; however, mining waste contains valuable elements such as Rare Earth Elements, lithium, cobalt, graphite, indium, gallium, tantalum, and Platinum Group Metals. Conventional recovery methods, including pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy, while effective, are characterized by high costs, intensive energy demands, and environmental risks. This study introduces the first integrated approach combining phytoremediation and adsorption techniques to enhance the recovery of valuable elements from mining waste. Rooted in the principles of the circular economy and zero-waste utilization, this approach presents a cost-effective and environmentally sustainable alternative. The paper critically examines the opportunities and challenges associated with this method and provides strategic recommendations for its optimization. By addressing the existing gaps in economically viable and sustainable recovery technologies, this study contributes significant insights for academia, industry, and policymakers, advocating for the adoption of sustainable practices in the mining sector through supportive regulatory frameworks. © 2025 Elsevier Ltd
Sustainable Mining and Environmental Research Group, Department of Mining Engineering, Institut Teknologi Sumatera, Lampung, 35365, Indonesia; Sustainable Mineral Processing Research Group, Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Jalan Grafika No. 2 Kampus UGM Bulaksumur, D.I., Yogyakarta, 55281, Indonesia; Center for Green and Sustainable Materials, Institut Teknologi Sumatera, Lampung, 35365, Indonesia; Research Center for Mining Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency, Lampung, 35361, Indonesia; Postgraduate Program of Environmental Science, Universitas Jambi, Jambi, 36122, Indonesia; Unconventional Geo-resources Research Group, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Jalan Grafika No. 2 Kampus UGM Bulaksumur, D.I., Yogyakarta, 55281, Indonesia
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