Covid-19 face masks: A potential source of microplastic fibers in the environment
Published Web Location
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2020.140279
Abstract
Unlabelled Image •Disposable face masks (single use) are used to slow down the transmission rate of Covid-19 from person to person.•Unprecedented rise in the global production of face masks present a new environmental challenge due to Covid-19 pandemic.•Polymer-based face masks waste management issues are increasing.•Covid-19 is playing a key role in microplastic pollution.•Research and community awareness will be successful in making the public mindful of this problem. Disposable face masks (single use) are used to slow down the transmission rate of Covid-19 from person to person. Unprecedented rise in the global production of face masks present a new environmental challenge due to Covid-19 pandemic. Polymer-based face masks waste management issues are increasing. Covid-19 is playing a key role in microplastic pollution. Research and community awareness will be successful in making the public mindful of this problem.
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