Bio-Based Fibres Might Be A Bigger Environmental Threat Than Plastics, New Study Finds

A study from the University of Plymouth and University of Bath raises concerns about bio-based fibres. While often marketed as eco-friendly, these fibres may cause greater ecological harm than conventional plastics. Exposure to viscose and lyocell, commonly found in clothing and wet wipes, resulted in high mortality rates in earthworms, crucial for soil health. The re…

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