Day of the worker of the scrap processing industry
April 20, Sunday
Scrap Metal Recycling Industry Worker's Day is a professional holiday celebrated in Russia annually on April 20. This day is dedicated to employees involved in the collection, processing and disposal of scrap metal and other waste, which plays a key role in ensuring environmental sustainability and resource recycling.>b>The Role of the Scrap Metal Recycling Industry
Economic Contribution. Scrap metal recycling reduces the costs of metal mining and production. The industry provides raw materials for many industrial enterprises.
Environmental Significance. Scrap metal recycling reduces waste volumes and environmental pollution. Reduces the need for mining.
Innovation. Modern technologies are used to improve the processes of sorting, recycling and reusing materials.
Interesting Facts
Recycling one ton of steel from scrap metal saves 1.5 tons of iron ore and about 700 kg of coal.
Russia recycles millions of tons of scrap metal annually, making it one of the largest players in the global market.
Scrap metal recycling reduces the volume of industrial waste by approximately 85%.