In the past 20 years, we have leapt into a technological age, with a digitally native generation making their way into the workforce. Incredible advancements have been made in artificial intelligence and machine learning to produce innovative, exciting and efficient technologies. Moving from bulky goods to slick, smaller devices can be attributed to using lithium-ion, a lightweight battery alternative. Found in many laptops, mobile phones and plastic toys, these batteries contain valuable metals and materials which, if extracted correctly, can be reused when making new goods. Not owning a mobile phone, tablet or laptop is a true rarity in the UK these days and the nation is always seeking the next device. So, what happens to our old ones?
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