How Microplastics are Being Repurposed for Lithium Batteries: An Eco-Friendly Alternative

01 Feb 2023 | Abstracted from DoD Talk

"Scientists have found a potential solution: using microplastics to make electrodes for lithium batteries. This discovery is a huge step towards reducing the amount of microplastics that end up in our environment and it could revolutionize the way we manage our waste.

"This process begins by grinding up the microplastics into a fine powder. The powder is then mixed with carbon and other materials to create a paste-like substance..."

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