JOURNAL ARTICLE

Here's Why People in the Philippines Are Collecting Human Hair to Clean the Ocean.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Guzman, Chad De 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the community efforts in the Philippines, particularly in Palawan and Mindoro, to combat an oil spill caused by a capsized tanker, which threatens local economies and ecosystems. Residents, including barbers like John Carlo Malicsi, are collecting human hair to create makeshift oil containment booms, as hair has been scientifically proven to effectively absorb oil. The spill has already impacted nearly 140,000 people, including fishermen, and poses risks to protected marine areas and coral reefs. Local officials are preparing for the spill's potential economic repercussions on tourism, while the government has initiated cleanup efforts and sought international assistance. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/03, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:163646751
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