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Cleaning up the macro-messes caused by microplastics with Sarah Paiji Yoo from Blueland
Sep 3, 2024
Sarah Paiji Yoo, founder of Blueland, discusses her mission to combat microplastics and single-use plastics with eco-friendly cleaning supplies. She shares the alarming prevalence of microplastics in our daily lives and the health risks they pose. Sarah elaborates on the challenges of developing sustainable products, including skepticism from industry experts and the need for extensive testing. The conversation also touches on the disparities in environmental regulations between the U.S. and Europe and her company’s future aspirations in reducing plastic waste.
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- Microplastics are pervasive in everyday items like water and cleaning supplies, raising significant health concerns for consumers.
- Blueland promotes sustainability by offering refillable cleaning products, significantly reducing plastic waste through innovative dry refill tablets.
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The Ubiquity of Microplastics
Microplastics have infiltrated various aspects of everyday life, including drinking water, food, and household products. Research indicates that U.S. drinking water contains thousands of microplastic particles per liter, which raises concerns about human exposure and health risks. This contamination extends to various single-use plastics, contributing to the broader environmental crisis. The prevalence of microplastics presents an urgent problem that transcends regional boundaries and affects global ecosystems.
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