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Japanese City Finds Treasure in Recycling Unwanted Electronics

by Pat Coate | December 26, 2008

Odate, Akita, Japan - Many small pieces can add up to a big whole, and one small city in the north of Japan is finding there's money in the process as well.

After 11 months of collection, the city has reduced its trash burden and found a source of income from waste that would have otherwise cost significant money to dispose.

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