Action
Wash with a bag that catches microplastics
Use a laundry bag to catch microplastics from your clothes during washing.
Description
What we find interesting:
Every time you wash synthetic clothing, microplastics are released, which end up in rivers and oceans via the sewage system. With a special laundry bag, you can capture up to 90% of these microplastics before they reach the water.
3 more reasons to capture microplastics during laundry:
3 more reasons to capture microplastics during laundry:
- Protects your clothing: The bag reduces friction, extending the life of your clothing.
- Reduced impact on water treatment plants: Microplastics are difficult to filter in water treatment plants.
- Easy to use: Simply place your synthetic clothing in the bag and wash as usual.
Steps
- 1Buy a bag that catches microplastics, such as the Guppyfriend Laundry Bag
- 2Use the bag every time you wash synthetic fabrics (such as polyester or fleece).
- 3After washing, remove the collected fibers from the bag and dispose of them with the residual waste.
