Washing machines release massive amounts of microplastics into the environment, mostly from worn clothing fibers. Researchers ...

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A single laundry load containing synthetic clothing can release thousands of plastic microfibers from nylon, acrylic and ...

Wastewater from household laundry has become a growing focus for scientists studying plastic pollution. Each wash releases ...

When was the last time you cleaned your washing machine filter? Rest assured that you're not alone if your answer is somewhere between "never" and "Does my washer even have a filter?" While you may ...

Washing machine wastewater is one of the top sources of microplastics, with a single unit in a four-person household ...

Every load of laundry sends tiny plastic fibers down the drain. These fragments, shed from synthetic fabrics, slip through most wastewater filters and spread through rivers, farmland, and food.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- There's a dirty little secret lurking in your laundry. A single load of laundry sends 15 million microfibers through our waterways. Microfibers are tiny little strands of plastic that ...

Your washing machine can harbor bacteria and fungi, leading to lingering odors and potential skin irritation. Researchers ...