Amazon is buying copper harvested by bacteria for its data centers
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Amazon Web Services became the first customer for an Arizona copper mine that uses bacteria to extract metal from low-grade ore through "bioleaching" technology developed by Nuton Technologies. This innovative mining method uses naturally-occurring microorganisms to harvest copper while consuming less water and producing fewer carbon emissions than traditional mining, helping meet surging demand driven by the AI boom.
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