1. Flushing the Forest.
- Author
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Mihell, Conor
- Subjects
OLD growth forests ,TOILET paper ,TAIGAS ,ENVIRONMENTAL organizations ,NATURE conservation - Abstract
According to a report by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), large areas of Ontario's boreal forest are being clear-cut to produce toilet paper. This practice is concerning because the boreal forest serves as critical habitat for woodland caribou and breeding birds, and helps regulate the global climate. The report gave failing grades to brands like Charmin and Scott, which use bleached pulp from the clear-cut forests. However, there is positive change as some brands, including Seventh Generation and Amazon Aware, are using recycled content or sustainable alternatives like bamboo. The report serves as a reminder of how disconnected we are from the sources of everyday products. [Extracted from the article]
- Published
- 2024