N.C.J. Dempers, R.A. Wildenboer
More than half of global cobalt reserves are located in the Southern African Copperbelt, which spans the northern tip of Zambia and the southern area of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This paper aims to evaluate process technologies for removing uranium from cobalt-bearing process streams, as uranium leached during copper production complicates cobalt precipitation. Utilizing a generic copper-cobalt plant in the Copperbelt region as a case study, the paper examines various uranium removal methods, including phosphate precipitation and ion exchange, while discussing their advantages, disadvantages, and significant design considerations. The results highlight the need for effective uranium removal strategies to enhance the purity of cobalt products amid increasing cobalt demand driven by rechargeable lithium battery production. Through this evaluation, the paper presents essential insights into managing uranium contamination in cobalt processes, thereby contributing to improved operational efficiencies in the mining sector. The findings encourage further research into optimized methods that address both environmental concerns and economic viability in cobalt production processes.
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