Household burning of plastic waste in developing world is hidden health threat, study shows
The practice is ‘much more widespread’ than previously realised, researchers say, with serious environmental impact The household burning of plastic for heating and cooking is widespread in developing countries, suggests a global study that raises concerns about its health and environmental impacts. The research, published in the journal Nature Communications, surveyed more than 1,000 respondents across 26 countries. Continue reading...
The practice is ‘much more widespread’ than previously realised, researchers say, with serious environmental impact
The household burning of plastic for heating and cooking is widespread in developing countries, suggests a global study that raises concerns about its health and environmental impacts.
The research, published in the journal Nature Communications, surveyed more than 1,000 respondents across 26 countries.
Continue reading...