Mongolia grapples with toxic waste from aging Toyota Prius batteries

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Mongolia faces an environmental crisis as thousands of aging Toyota Prius hybrid batteries accumulate with no proper disposal system. Priuses, popular for their durability and fuel efficiency, make up a significant portion of Mongolia's vehicle fleet, but their batteries fail quickly in the harsh climate, creating hazardous waste. The country is struggling to manage this growing stockpile due to a lack of recycling infrastructure and a ban on exporting hazardous waste, risking becoming a dumping ground for old green technology.


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