Millions from Waste
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Millions from Waste

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Millions from Waste

About this book

Millions from Waste is a fascinating exploration into the world of industrial innovation and the untapped potential of discarded materials. Authored by Frederick A. Talbot, this book delves into the remarkable stories of how waste productsā€”once considered uselessā€”have been ingeniously transformed into sources of immense wealth and utility. Through a series of detailed case studies and vivid anecdotes, Talbot reveals the scientific breakthroughs and entrepreneurial spirit that have driven the reclamation and repurposing of waste in various industries, from mining and metallurgy to agriculture and manufacturing. The narrative takes readers on a journey through the laboratories and factories where inventors and industrialists have turned slag, refuse, and by-products into valuable commodities. Talbot highlights the processes that convert coal tar into dyes and medicines, the extraction of precious metals from mining residues, and the transformation of agricultural waste into fertilizers and fuels. He also examines the economic and environmental benefits of these innovations, emphasizing how the efficient use of resources can lead to both financial gain and the conservation of natural wealth. Millions from Waste is not just a chronicle of technological progress; it is also a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of progress. The book inspires readers to reconsider the value of what is often overlooked or discarded, offering a compelling vision of a future where nothing is wasted and everything has potential. With its engaging prose and insightful analysis, Talbot's work remains a timeless reminder of the opportunities that lie hidden in the most unlikely places.

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Table of contents

  1. MILLIONS FROM WASTE
  2. PREFACE
  3. CONTENTS
  4. Millions from Waste
  5. CHAPTER II THE GERMAN CONQUEST OF WASTE
  6. CHAPTER III SALVAGE FROM THE ARMY SWILL-TUB
  7. CHAPTER IV THE RECLAMATION OF MILITARY ORGANIC WASTE
  8. CHAPTER V INVENTION IN ITS APPLICATION TO WASTE RECOVERY
  9. CHAPTER VI SAVING THE SCRAP FROM THE SEA
  10. CHAPTER VII WINNING WEALTH FROM SLAUGHTER-HOUSE OFFAL, CONDEMNED MEAT BONES, AND BLOOD
  11. CHAPTER VIII TURNING WASTES INTO PAPER
  12. CHAPTER IX SUPPLYING INDUSTRIES FROM THE DUST-BIN
  13. CHAPTER X LIVING ON WASTE
  14. CHAPTER XI POTATO WASTE AS AN ASSET TO INDUSTRY
  15. CHAPTER XII CONVERTING NITROGENOUS REFUSE INTO SOAP
  16. CHAPTER XIII TURNING OLD OIL INTO NEW
  17. CHAPTER XIV BY-PRODUCTS FROM THE WASTE-BIN
  18. CHAPTER XV THE LIFTING-MAGNET AS A WASTE DEVELOPING FORCE
  19. CHAPTER XVI RECLAIMING 321,000,000 GALLONS OF LIQUID FUEL FROM COAL
  20. CHAPTER XVII FERTILIZERS FROM WASTES
  21. CHAPTER XVIII SAVING THE SEWAGE SLUDGE
  22. CHAPTER XIX HOUSE-BUILDING WITH WASTES
  23. CHAPTER XX THE FUTURE OF THE WASTE PROBLEM: POSSIBILITIES FOR FURTHER DEVELOPMENT
  24. Transcriberā€™s Notes