Lego Finds Recycled Plastic Unsuitable for Bricks, But Remains Committed to Sustainable Materials Goals

Lego tested using recycled PET plastic from bottles to make bricks, but found it would not reduce emissions vs. current production.
The recycled PET plastic bricks were less durable and safe than current ABS plastic bricks.
Lego aims to use only sustainable materials in products by 2032.
Lego is committed to making oil-free bricks and has tested hundreds of materials.
Lego aims to reduce carbon emissions 37% by 2032 compared to 2019 levels.

cnn.com

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