Apparently the spirit of invention is still alive and well in Japan. Total System Conductor (TSC – not to be confused with Tractor Supply Company Has developed a carbon compound battery that is activated by water. Supposedly there is a simple process for recycling although I take it that must occur on the factory side. According to the inventor/CEO if you lick this electric toad it could power a flash light or an emergency beacon. He demonstrates in the photo.

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