Some new technology could soon make printing more environmentally friendly.
Scientists at Argonne National Laboratory have found a way to turn waste plastics into functional carbon “microspheres,” Chemical & Engineering News reports.
Carbon microspheres are small particles that can be used to make tires, paint, lubricants and — you guessed it — toner.
The scientists are targeting some of the most commonly thrown away plastic products, including grocery bags and polystyrene cups.
No word on when the process will be used to make commercial goods, but when it happens, it could be good news for the environment — and toner prices.
