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Hawaii is turning ocean plastic into roads to fight pollution
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Hawaii is pioneering an innovative approach to combat ocean pollution by recycling plastic debris that washes ashore into asphalt for road construction. This groundbreaking initiative not only addresses the urgent issue of plastic waste but also provides a practical solution for sustainable infrastructure. The newly paved roads are subject to rigorous testing for microplastic pollution, ensuring that the environmental impact is continually monitored.
The ocean plastic that washes up on Hawaii’s beaches is recycled into asphalt to pave roads. The roads are then tested for microplastic pollution.
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