This type of technology could help cities and companies manage plastic waste while producing a useful fuel at the same time.

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Plastic recycling was sold as the answer, but new data suggests the system may be failing far more waste than expected.

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Plastic is a product that is ubiquitous in today's society, says Sarah Morath, Wake Forest professor of law and author of the book "Our Plastic Problem and How to Solve It." The World Bank estimates ...

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See how recycled plastic bricks are revolutionizing homebuilding, turning waste into affordable, snap-together housing in just five days.

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