Modern Farmer

MARCH 1, 2024

Textiles are a major source of microplastics in the ocean, where they weave their way into the food chain, causing untold harms to marine life. There is nowhere near enough fiber recycling infrastructure in the US, where 85 percent of used clothes and other textiles get sent to the landfill. That’s no longer the case.

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Modern Farmer

MARCH 4, 2024

Speckled with straw-like remnants of disintegrated butts, PuriFungi’s bloomy rind-covered ashtrays have steadily caught the eyes of municipal officials and event organizers looking to promote awareness—and develop outlets—for proper cigarette disposal. Left: Native fungus isolated from creosote-treated wood.

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Sustainable Harvest International

APRIL 22, 2024

Opting for reusable alternatives such as tote bags, metal water bottles, and reusable metal straws makes a difference. Best Buy offers electronic waste recycling, and textiles can be recycled at specific locations or online with For Days. You can also reduce your use of plastic by reusing items you already have.

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