At Optiscale, we explore how Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) can be transformed into a valuable input for magnet manufacturing.

Our work focuses on designing circular value chains for the recovery and reuse of magnetic materials from WEEE.

 In our study, “WEEE Flow for Magnets”, published in IFIP-APMS 2024 proceedings, we show how optimization can enable more efficient and sustainable production.

The study explores how circular systems can balance:

·        Recycled vs. virgin materials

·        Energy consumption

·        Production costs

·        Environmental impact

 The key takeaway:
Circular production goes beyond recycling — it requires data-driven optimization in uncertain, real-world conditions.