An old landfill in Minnesota is being used for what surprising new purpose?

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The landfill, located near Virginia, Minnesota, will be used to power a nearby wastewater treatment plant. To do so, engineers have created a system to harness the heat made by decomposing trash and then turning it into energy.

Correct answer: A source of clean energy

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An old landfill in Minnesota is being used for what surprising new purpose?

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