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"Montreal-based PureSphera Ltd. captures and destroys HFCs and other gases used as coolants and in foam insulation in refrigerators, freezers and air conditioners. .  .  . Its chief executive, Jean Shoiry, is urging Ottawa to require appliance dealers to charge a fee – roughly $50 – that would pay for “end of life” disposal."
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What is 'Rent-Seeking'?
Rent-seeking is the use of the resources of a company, an organization or an individual to obtain economic gain from others without reciprocating any benefits to society through wealth creation. An example of rent-seeking is when a company lobbies the government for loan subsidies, grants or tariff protection. These activities don't create any benefit for society; they just redistribute resources from the taxpayers to the company.

Source: Investopedia