“Trouble behind every roll.”
Traditional toilet paper is so commonplace that its negative impacts are often overlooked. Yet they are authentic and affect the planet and our health.
- Massive deforestation
- Millions of trees are felled every year for ephemeral use.
- Irritating chemicals
- Chlorine bleaching, artificial fragrances: a harmful combo for the skin.
- Water pollution
- Factories discharge pollutants into rivers, affecting aquatic flora and fauna.
- Poor biodegradability
- Some papers take longer to decompose, increasing the risk of clogging.
- Waste of resources
- The production chain consumes a lot of energy from wood cutting to transport.
Conclusion
Traditional toilet paper is not without consequences. Fortunately, there are more environmentally-friendly alternatives, such as bamboo, to limit these problems.
To find out more :
See NRDC 's report on the impact of the paper industry.