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Microfibers are plastic fibers smaller than 5 millimeters and are one type of microplastics. Microplastic pollution is becoming a large problem in the oceans, lakes and streams, soil, food, air, and critters. While microfibers have many sources, a major source is our laundry. Clothing made from synthetic materials sheds tiny fibers during the wash cycle, and these microfibers end up in the environment because wastewater treatment plants can’t remove them. Microfibers are also released when clothing is dried using a gas or electric dryer. The attached article discusses ways to prevent or reduce microfiber pollution from doing the laundry.
https://earth911.com/home-garden/reduce-laundry-microfiber-pollution/
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The article below provides sustainability tips on a variety of topics for your yard, including lawn care, fire pits, alternatives to peat moss, alternatives to artificial turf, and alternatives to impervious surfaces. Some additional tips that are not in the article:
I found a good article on sustainable food that explains why it’s important, how to make more sustainable food choices, and explains all the various terms used by the food industry to describe food that is considered a sustainable choice. As with most sustainable actions, understanding the impacts and choices can help you optimize your activities.
https://www.rd.com/article/what-is-sustainable-food/ |
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