Refining is Recycling
Green values are at the core of our business decisions and daily operations. We have a responsibility to make thoughtful choices that will have a lasting positive impact on our customers, business partners, and the communities we serve.
How You’re Making a Difference Refining with Garfield
Conserve Natural Resources
Recycled precious metals play a crucial role in maintaining a sustainable supply chain and reducing the need for mining operations, therefore mitigating air and water pollution, soil degradation and habitat destruction. Garfield is committed to a conflict-free, responsible supply chain of recycled precious metals, promoting a more ethical approach to fulfilling the global demand for natural resources.
Preserve and Protect Our Waterways
Mining and processing precious metals require substantial amounts of water for various activities, such as separating metals from ore, cooling machinery and dust control. Reducing the demand for newly-mined metals results in less water consumption overall. Recycling precious metals also helps foster heathier waterways by reducing the runoff and heavy metal contamination associated with mining.
Reduce Energy Consumption
Extracting metals from ore and refining them into usable materials is energy-intensive, and the majority of energy required for mining comes from fossil fuels, further contributing to carbon emissions. On the other hand, recycling precious metals typically requires much less energy compared to primary production, helping to reduce overall energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Prevent Carbon Emissions
A reduced demand for mining significantly helps to mitigate environmental pollution, protecting air, water and soil quality. Garfield’s refinery is EPA certified and strictly adheres to all environmental codes and regulations, utilizing a complete system of environmental controls to minimize emissions here in Philadelphia.
By the Numbers
Carbon Emissions Prevented
Gallons of Clean Water Preserved
Terajoules of energy saved