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In other news: Oct. 17, 2016

Published: October 17, 2016
Updated: July 5, 2017
by Editorial Staff

In other recycling news Pratt Industries sets a one-day recycled paper production record, and some Canadian grocery stores take aim at waste by eliminating packaging altogether.

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