<p><img src="https://biz-file.com/c/2407/743943-208x117.jpg?5" width="208" height="117" alt="Lithium batteries are not being recycled at the rate that they should" align="left"><br><span >Lithium batteries are not being recycled at the rate that they should</span><p><a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-49753-5">Scientists have found</a> that making and throwing away batteries that are used for clean energy can release harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) into the environment. PFAS, also known as 'forever chemicals' due to their persistence, have been linked to various health issues. The study learned that one of these chemicals is used in the liquid and plastic parts of the batteries.</p><br> <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/lithium-alternatives-needed-to-avoid-forever-chemicals-892653a">Read more...</a> | <a href="https://www.bizcommunity.com/SendToFriend.aspx?l=196&c=704&ct=1&ci=249959">Send to a friend</a></p><div style="clear:left"></div>
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