Recovering Natural Resources Through Smart Recycling<br />Eng. Nourhan Thamer Assi<br /><br />Relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):<br />SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure<br />SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production<br />SDG 15 – Life on Land<br />As natural resources face increasing depletion, smart recycling has emerged as an effective method to recover and conserve them. This approach uses advanced technologies such as AI, automated sorting, and digital analytics to optimize recycling processes and reduce waste.<br /><br />Through these methods, high-value materials like rare metals and quality plastics can be accurately identified and reintegrated into the production cycle sustainably.<br />Smart recycling reduces dependence on mining and industrial extraction, thus easing pressure on ecosystems and protecting biodiversity.<br /><br />Building intelligent waste management infrastructure strengthens the circular economy, creates new resources from existing ones, and helps achieve a sustainable balance between consumption and conservation.<br /><br />"Al-Mustaqbal University – The No. 1 Private University in Iraq"<br />