The Peruvian company Comimtelspecialized in the responsible management of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and with a recovery plant authorized by MINAM, has launched its new program for the management of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). "Mining the Future"The project is an educational initiative aimed at strengthening the link between educational institutions and the circular economy.
In a context where the generation of technological waste is growing rapidly and environmental challenges demand new production models, the program proposes a concrete proposal: bringing universities closer to urban mining potentialThe WEEE recovery discipline, which recovers strategic metals from WEEE, reducing the pressure on natural resources.
A commitment to applied knowledge
"Mining the Future" seeks to connect students, teachers and researchers with the real operation of electronic recycling. To this end, it contemplates three lines of action:
- Specialized talks on sustainability, innovation and technological waste management.
- Technical visits to Comimtel's valorization plant to learn about the processes in situ.
- Research support through access to data, technical infrastructure and methodological advice for theses and academic projects.
This approach allows the academic community not only to understand the relevance of WEEE as a resource, but also to actively participate in the development and implementation of WEEE as a resource. the construction of solutions for closing material cycles.
SDGs and sustainability: aligned commitment
Through this initiative, Comimtel contributes directly to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda, in particular:
- SDG 4 - Quality educationby strengthening capacities in sustainability and circular economy.
- SDG 12 - Responsible production and consumptionby promoting models that valorize waste as a resource.
- SDG 17 - Partnerships to achieve the goalsby facilitating collaboration between the business and academic sectors.
Since its recent incorporation to NEXOS+1Comimtel reaffirms its interest in collaborating with other organizations committed to sustainability. By sharing knowledge, opening its processes and promoting alliances with impact, the company seeks to position itself as a reference in environmental innovation and circular economy in the country..
"Mining the Future" represents not only a contribution to technical knowledge, but also a commitment to train leaders who will transform environmental challenges into sustainable development opportunities for Peru.
