US scientists turn bags into batteries
Millions of dollars are being invested in a technology that uses plastic bags to power everything from phones to cars.
Published On 18 Feb 2013
The US is investing millions of dollars in a new centre designed to recycle used plastic bags, turning them into batteries that can power everything from smartphones to electric cars.
Al Jazeera’s John Hendren spent a day at the government laboratory near Chicago where scientists have made a breakthrough in green technology.
Source: Al Jazeera