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Amazon Adopts Bioleached Copper from Nuton Technology
Amazon Web Services will use low-carbon copper produced by Nuton at Arizona’s Johnson Camp Mine. Meanwhile, Rio Tinto’s venture advances bioleaching methods. This technology extracts copper with microorganisms, reducing emissions and eliminating traditional smelting. As a result, AWS integrates sustainable materials into US data centers over a two-year agreement.
Nuton’s Bioleaching Cuts Emissions and Water Usage
Nuton’s proprietary bioleaching achieves up to 85% copper recovery. Furthermore, it reduces carbon emissions by 60% and water use by 80% compared to conventional methods. The process also shortens supply chains by producing cathodes on-site. In addition, Nuton collaborates with Gunnison Copper to scale operations for a projected 15–20 year mine life.
Industrial Innovation Meets Digital Analytics
AWS provides cloud-based analytics to optimize acid and water use in Nuton’s production. Meanwhile, other producers, including BHP and Antofagasta, explore similar technologies. This partnership accelerates verification and scaling of low-carbon copper. Consequently, copper demand for data centers, transformers, and EV infrastructure benefits from a sustainable, high-performance supply.
ScrapInsight Commentary
Nuton’s bioleaching represents a transformative step for sustainable copper supply. The AWS-Rio Tinto partnership underscores industrial innovation in reducing carbon intensity. Future low-carbon copper may stabilize supply chains for electronics, EVs, and green infrastructure.
