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GE study finds 5% of worlds natural gas production wasted per year by flaring

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A newly released GE study — Flare Gas Reduction: Recent Global Trends and Policy Considerations —estimates that 5% of the world’s natural gas production is wasted by burning or “flaring” unused gas each year, despite some progress on the flaring issue. The study finds that the technologies required for a solution exist now.

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Decoding The Complex Supply Chain In The Electric Vehicle Industry

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The majority of cobalt production occurs in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where ethical and environmental issues have been raised. Establishing efficient recycling infrastructure and processes is crucial to minimize waste and maximize resource utilization.