Disposing of plastic bags is a serious problem being faced by countries around the world. Since they never decompose, some cities have even resorted to banning them from grocery stores and pharmacies in an effort to save local landfills. But now, a method has been developed that can convert the flimsy plastic sacks into recyclable batteries to power everything from cell phones to cars.
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Batteries From Plastic Bags
Greener Batteries
A new lithium-ion battery platform for portable power applications offers faster charging and longer life than conventional cells by combining unique chemistry formulations with innovative mechanical and electrical designs.
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Liquid Wood
A new material known as ARBOFORM® combines the sustainability of wood with the flexibility of plastic. Made of 100 percent renewable raw materials, the “bioplastic” not only reduces dependence on petrochemicals, but is totally biodegradable.
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Bioethanol From Trees
A Japanese paper manufacturer has come up with a low-cost method to use the parts of a tree that are not usable for making paper (i.e. bark, branches, and leaves) and turn them into bioethanol. The technology would not only make use of 30 percent of the tree that is currently discarded or used as fertilizer, but would also reduce the need to divert crops from the food supply for making biofuels.
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Wind Tower – A Unique, New Wind Generator
Wind Tower is designed to address many of the drawbacks of conventional propeller systems. Called the Windspire, it combines low cost and aesthetically pleasing design with ultra-quiet operation and rugged construction to produce approximately 2000 kilowatt-hours per year in 12 mile per hour average winds.
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