Elysis has created a new smelting process for aluminum that releases oxygen instead of carbon dioxide. The new production process cuts operating costs by 15% and increases production by 15%. – WTF Fun Facts
Source: Apple Backs a New Joint Venture for Zero-Carbon Aluminum Smelting | Greentech Media
Aluminum is infinitely recyclable and highly durable with nearly 75% of all aluminum ever produced still in use today. Aluminum is 100% recyclable and retains its properties indefinitely.–WTF Fun Facts
The Washington Monument is capped with a 9″, 100 ounce aluminum pyramid. Aluminum was a precious metal in 1884 and the pyramid was displayed at Tiffany’s jewelry store in New York before it was placed at the top. – WTF Fun Facts
Source: http://www.americaslibrary.gov/jb/gilded/jb_gilded_monument_3.html