Hawaii is turning ocean plastic and fishing nets into roads
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ScienceDailyHawaii is turning ocean plastic and fishing nets into roadssciencedaily.comHawaii researchers are giving old fishing nets and recycled plastic a second life by mixing them into asphalt roads. Early tests found these roads didn't release more plastic particles than standard pavement, with tire wear overwhelming any plastic signal from the recycled material. If future studies confirm the roads are durable, the technology could help tackle both marine pollution and overflowing landfills.
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