The efficiency of bulk solids processing plants also depends on their ability to reduce energy consumption, minimise material losses and make optimal use of available resources. Conveying, filtration, milling, mixing and storage all offer opportunities for improvement that can affect operating costs and the environmental impact of production.

Articles in this category analyse technologies and strategies for optimising energy efficiency, reducing dust emissions, recovering materials and improving resource utilisation. It also covers the circular economy, material recycling and solutions that support more efficient and sustainable industrial processes.