Friday, March 6, 2026

Positive news for a brighter tomorrow

HomeGood TalksSpore and peace: fungi power a quiet revolution in nappy waste

Spore and peace: fungi power a quiet revolution in nappy waste


Plastic-munching fungi could prove a powerful new ally in tackling one of parenting’s muckiest problems: disposable nappies.

Some 250m single-use nappies worldwide are tossed away every day, according to UN figures.

They can take centuries to break down, while leaching microplastics and chemicals into the ground.



Read More

RELATED ARTICLES

Most Popular

Recent Comments