José Yataco
José Yataco is the director and CEO of BG Metal Trade, a pioneering company in Panama focused on the recycling of electronic waste. Since its establishment in 2012, BG Metal Trade has been instrumental in diverting electronic waste from landfills and exporting valuable minerals such as gold and copper to refineries in Japan and South Korea. Yataco's innovative approach to urban mining emphasizes the recovery of precious metals from discarded electronic components, positioning Panama as a growing player in the global electronic recycling industry. Under his leadership, the company has sought to improve its financial standing by issuing green commercial papers to fund environmental projects, reflecting a commitment to sustainability in a rapidly expanding market.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Peru | 2 | 6.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 50,033 | $230,000 | 349$ |
| Totals | 2 | 32,971,846 | 50,033 | $230,000 | 349$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Peru:
José Yataco is a candidate for the third vice presidency in the Cámara de Diputados.
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Peru:
José Yataco is part of the Chamber of Deputies list representing Obras.
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Panama:
José Yataco is the director and CEO of BG Metal Trade, a company dedicated to electronic waste recycling.
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