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The competition, organized by the Indonesian Metallurgical Professionals Association, Indonesian Engineers Association, and Metallurgical Engineering Student Association (IMMG) 麻豆直播, carried the theme 鈥淎dvancing Sustainable Metallurgy Towards Circularity and Carbon Neutrality.鈥�

In this competition, their paper titled 鈥淒ual Valorization of Zinc Waste in Central Kalimantan鈥檚 Tailings through Enhanced Phytomining: Integrating Inoculant-assisted Metal Uptake and Hyperaccumulators鈥� Biomass Utilization into Bioethanol toward Circular Metallurgy鈥� proposed a sustainable approach to managing mining waste.

The research focuses on utilizing Panicum maximum plants for the remediation of zinc (Zn) waste from mining tailings in Central Kalimantan. The harvested biomass is processed into bioethanol, while the remaining solid residues undergo acid leaching to extract residual metals. This approach not only improves soil quality but also generates new economic value from mining waste.

鈥淧hytomining combines two different scientific fields and holds great potential to address environmental issues caused by metallurgical waste. Through this work, we aim to open up further research opportunities so that this concept can be practically implemented in Indonesia,鈥� said Ravi.

Unlike most competitions that feature 10鈥�15 minute Q&A sessions, IPMC challenges participants with a 45-minute session.

鈥淚t was an intense but awesome experience! It felt like defending a thesis, we were questioned from start to finish. But it was such a valuable learning experience,鈥� shared Rigel.

Despite the challenge, Team Phytomaxxing remained composed and even shared some advice for future participants.

鈥淭he key is to understand the competition 鈥� learn about the judges, their backgrounds, and tailor your presentation and responses accordingly. Once you know your 鈥榖attlefield,鈥� you鈥檒l be more mentally prepared. Plus, if each member masters a different but complementary field, it鈥檒l be much easier to handle any competition,鈥� explained Hanif.

During the paper preparation process, the team also faced several time and technical challenges.

鈥淲e were split between Ganesha and Jatinangor campuses with packed schedules, so communication was crucial. On top of that, we faced technical problems, from broken laptops and phones to nearly losing our coding data. But we managed to overcome everything with patience and teamwork,鈥� Hanif added.

Through their innovation, Team Phytomaxxing hopes to promote the concept of circular metallurgy in Indonesia, where mining waste is not only treated but also repurposed to support sustainable energy and the green industry of the future.