kompasmmül
Kompasmmül refers to a type of metal recycling process that involves the separation and recovery of valuable metals from electronic waste, often referred to as e-waste. The term is derived from the Indonesian words "kompas," meaning compass, and "mmül," an abbreviation for *mengolah material ulang*, which translates to "processing recycled materials." This method is commonly used in informal recycling sectors, particularly in regions where electronic waste is prevalent.
The process typically involves manual disassembly and sorting of electronic devices to extract metals like copper,
Kompasmmül is significant in both economic and environmental contexts. Economically, it provides livelihoods for many informal
While kompasmmül highlights the resourcefulness of informal recycling, it also underscores the need for safer, more