Spanish researchers report complete removal of polyester microplastics in lab trials, but testing leaves practical questions unresolved
VALENCIA — Spanish researchers have developed a system that they say filters and breaks down polyester microplastics in laundry water, claiming complete removal under laboratory conditions.
The Research Institute for Chemical Technology (ITQ) combined sand-based filtration with ultraviolet light to treat water from washing polyester garments, potentially offering an alternative to capture-only systems.
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