Recycling saves General Motors $1bn

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General Motors recycled 90 per cent of worldwide manufacturing waste last year, leading to 105 landfill-free facilities

Generals Motors (GM) generated $1bn of revenue from recycling and reuse initiatives last year, the automotive giant has revealed in its latest sustainability report. The company confirmed that it recycles...

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