Post by account_disabled on Mar 7, 2024 5:40:05 GMT
Most Mexicans tend to use balloons in different celebrations, be it XV years, weddings, baptisms, and - frequently on these dates - to send a message to the Three Wise Men.
Several experts on the subject have said that balloons accelerate pollution and environmental impact; However, a few weeks ago it was revealed in a biodegradability study that latex balloons have accelerated decomposition and are far from the environmental impact generated by conventional plastic.
According to the study cited by Excelsior, a balloon Chile Mobile Number List reaches a biodegradability of up to 70 percent in a maximum of 60 days thanks to its natural origin, which comes from rubber, a type of tree that is grown in tropical forests not for felling, but for its responsible cultivation and exploitation.
This makes the balloons also compostable so these products should not be considered single-use plastics.
Are balloons really toxic to the planet?
The Responsible Globe initiative, says that the decomposition process of the balloon begins when it is inflated and continues as it expands, which makes the latex layer thinner and vulnerable to the sun's rays.
The process continues when oxygen and ozone accelerate its degradation and within a few hours the latex begins to oxidize and decompose.
Given the various changes that have occurred in Mexico and the world to eradicate polluting agents in the environment, the globe industry is concerned about the sustainability of its products.
For this reason, the industry recommends that if balloons are going to be used, they also use metallic balloons because they are reusable; due to its self-sealing valve.
For seventy years, the balloon industry has generated more than eight thousand direct jobs and collaborates to support 27,800 small and medium-sized companies that support millions of people in our country.
Impact of latex balloons
Latex balloons are 100% biodegradable since the material with which they are made is of natural origin and can be used as compost.
The degradation time is very similar to that of oak leaves, depending on exposure to light and weather conditions.
The way it is extracted the latex sap is extracted is similar to that of maple or sapodilla syrup, which is produced through a slow process of dripping from the bark. In this way, the sap is obtained without hurting the tree, which was developed in 1890 by Henry Ridley.
According to Globo Responsable, balloons are an option to incorporate a green and sustainable practice.
The contrast
In contrast to all the previous information, a study published by the journal Nature positions balloons as the most deadly plastic for seabirds.
Although this waste represents only 2% of all plastics ingested by these species, they are responsible for 42% of plastic-related deaths.
This same study says that we must look for alternatives to avoid the use of this type of plastic, since most of it contains air that could be polluting and can also be toxic to the environment.
However, it is important that to avoid any significant damage to the air we breathe, it is better to avoid purchasing this material, which although it may or may not degrade, it is better to avoid.
Several experts on the subject have said that balloons accelerate pollution and environmental impact; However, a few weeks ago it was revealed in a biodegradability study that latex balloons have accelerated decomposition and are far from the environmental impact generated by conventional plastic.
According to the study cited by Excelsior, a balloon Chile Mobile Number List reaches a biodegradability of up to 70 percent in a maximum of 60 days thanks to its natural origin, which comes from rubber, a type of tree that is grown in tropical forests not for felling, but for its responsible cultivation and exploitation.
This makes the balloons also compostable so these products should not be considered single-use plastics.
Are balloons really toxic to the planet?
The Responsible Globe initiative, says that the decomposition process of the balloon begins when it is inflated and continues as it expands, which makes the latex layer thinner and vulnerable to the sun's rays.
The process continues when oxygen and ozone accelerate its degradation and within a few hours the latex begins to oxidize and decompose.
Given the various changes that have occurred in Mexico and the world to eradicate polluting agents in the environment, the globe industry is concerned about the sustainability of its products.
For this reason, the industry recommends that if balloons are going to be used, they also use metallic balloons because they are reusable; due to its self-sealing valve.
For seventy years, the balloon industry has generated more than eight thousand direct jobs and collaborates to support 27,800 small and medium-sized companies that support millions of people in our country.
Impact of latex balloons
Latex balloons are 100% biodegradable since the material with which they are made is of natural origin and can be used as compost.
The degradation time is very similar to that of oak leaves, depending on exposure to light and weather conditions.
The way it is extracted the latex sap is extracted is similar to that of maple or sapodilla syrup, which is produced through a slow process of dripping from the bark. In this way, the sap is obtained without hurting the tree, which was developed in 1890 by Henry Ridley.
According to Globo Responsable, balloons are an option to incorporate a green and sustainable practice.
The contrast
In contrast to all the previous information, a study published by the journal Nature positions balloons as the most deadly plastic for seabirds.
Although this waste represents only 2% of all plastics ingested by these species, they are responsible for 42% of plastic-related deaths.
This same study says that we must look for alternatives to avoid the use of this type of plastic, since most of it contains air that could be polluting and can also be toxic to the environment.
However, it is important that to avoid any significant damage to the air we breathe, it is better to avoid purchasing this material, which although it may or may not degrade, it is better to avoid.