How old tires are turned into electricity

Billions of used tires wind up in landfills each year, contributing to worldwide pollution.
But one power plant in Turkey is burning recycled tires to create energy for 30,000 homes.
The project also contributes $8 million to Turkey's economy a year, according to the company behind it.
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EDITOR'S NOTE: This video was originally published in December 2020. Read the original article on Business Insider