Scientists from China have developed a new way to recycle lithium batteries that is a triple win for the planet. It not only ...

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From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

SB 343 is slated to take effect in October. Carton advocates and environmental groups disagree over future markets and labeling for the material.

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One category of recyclables may even lose its recycling symbol altogether.

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