First algae-based, renewable flip-flops have been produced and may reduce polyurethane pollutants in oceans.

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First algae-based, renewable flip-flops have been produced and may reduce polyurethane pollutants in oceans. environment ucsdnews.ucsd.edu
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One of the largest pollutants in the ocean is polyurethane from flip-flops that have been washed or thrown into rivers and flow into the ocean. The flip-flops are estimated to cost of $3 a pair.

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Geralyn about 2 years ago | link

I am so thankful for people who care enough to dare enough to do something to truly help!

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