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Disposable face masks could become the next plastic crisis • Earth.com – Earth.com
Disposable face masks made from plastic microfibers are a ticking time bomb for the environment, according to a new study from the University of Southern Denmark…
Disposable face masks made from plastic microfibers are a ticking time bomb for the environment, according to a new study from the University of Southern Denmark. Based on recent studies, the study authors estimate that 129 billion face masks are used each month, which is the equivalent of three million masks per minute.
The experts report that most of the billions of masks that are being used on a monthly basis are disposable face masks made from plastic microfibers.
The researchers warn that,…
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