Tag: Facemasks

102 Million Disposable Facemasks Thrown Away In The Uk Each Week Would Cover Wembley Pitch 232 Times Over

Stuart Mitchell

A new campaign to encourage the nation to switch to reusable facemasks has been launched, as research for North London Waste Authority (NLWA)* reveals that 102 million single-use facemasks** are being disposed of each week in the UK. These masks end up being thrown away or littered, creating a huge new plastic pollution problem. The poll also found that nearly one in five people (18%) think that disposable masks should go in the recycling bin, which is resulting in increased contamination issues at recycling facilities.  Facemask littering has also become…

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The Hershey Company Commits $1 Million to Production of Disposable Facemasks

Stuart Mitchell

The Hershey Company has announced that it is committing $1 million to acquire, install and staff a new manufacturing line dedicated to the production of facemasks. The new line, which will be capable of producing up to 45,000 masks per day, will become operational near the end of May. “Supporting our communities in difficult times is part of our legacy, and an important value that our current employees share,” said Michele Buck, President and CEO. “From the building projects that created local jobs during the Great Depression, to producing military…

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