

Where do tennis balls go when they die?
Sep 29, 2024
Matthew Brown, an expert from The Hustle, dives into the surprising lifecycle of tennis balls in West Virginia. He uncovers the staggering statistic that the US discards around 125 million tennis balls annually, enough to fill 21 Boeing 737s. Brown reveals how, until recently, these balls were destined for landfills, taking 400 years to decompose. However, he highlights an innovative recycling facility that processes 10,000 balls daily, transforming them into valuable products, dubbed 'Green Gold,' emphasizing the power of community collaborations.
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