Electrochemical Chlorination uses an electrolytic cell to produce chlorine gas from sodium chloride, thereby eliminating safety hazards associated with on-site storage of chlorine gas. Sodium chloride is added to the cyanide waste solution as the chlorine source. The waste is circulated through an electrolytic cell equipped with inert platinum anodes. It is an innovative method of cyanide destruction that reduces the safety risks associated with these chlorine sources. The electrodes generate powerful oxidizing agents and convert the cyanide to carbon dioxide and nitrogen.