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Tracing the EoL-Tyre Management Chain in Togo with Focus of Implementing a Tyre Recycling Plant

Version 1 : Received: 6 September 2024 / Approved: 6 September 2024 / Online: 6 September 2024 (16:06:26 CEST)

How to cite: Narra, M.-M.; Gbiete, D.; Agboka, K.; Narra, S.; Nelles, M. Tracing the EoL-Tyre Management Chain in Togo with Focus of Implementing a Tyre Recycling Plant. Preprints 2024, 2024090571. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202409.0571.v1 Narra, M.-M.; Gbiete, D.; Agboka, K.; Narra, S.; Nelles, M. Tracing the EoL-Tyre Management Chain in Togo with Focus of Implementing a Tyre Recycling Plant. Preprints 2024, 2024090571. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202409.0571.v1

Abstract

To evaluate the used and End-of-Life tyre management chains, both direct observation and interviews with approximately 200 used-tyre dealers were conducted. The study revealed that while the used tyre business is well-organized, End-of-Life tyre treatment is nearly non-existent, often involving dumping, open burning for metal recovery, or use in meat processing, causing environmental and health risks. To address these challenges, an 8 t/hr capacity tyre recycling plant is planned, based on estimated tyre availability and development opportunities for sustainable recycling in Togo.

Keywords

End-of-Life tyres; Recycling; Togo; tyres

Subject

Environmental and Earth Sciences, Waste Management and Disposal

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