Face Masks Are Hurting The Environment

The video discusses the environmental impact of mask waste during the pandemic, highlighting that 3.4 billion masks are discarded daily. Health experts recommend using disposable masks over cloth ones for better protection against COVID-19, but this increases environmental pollution. Masks contribute to microplastic pollution, affecting wildlife. Recycling efforts, like those by Terracycle, and reusing masks can mitigate this impact. The video calls for corporate responsibility in sustainability, emphasizing that the burden should not solely be on consumers.

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