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flag Hawaii tests roads made from recycled plastics and fishing nets, finding no harmful microplastic release after 11 months.

flag Hawaii is testing roads made from recycled plastics and abandoned fishing nets to combat its plastic waste crisis. flag Researchers found that pavement using repurposed polyethylene released no more harmful microplastics than standard asphalt after 11 months of use. flag The project, backed by the state DOT, aims to reduce landfill use, cut waste transport costs, and address marine pollution. flag Results presented at the American Chemical Society’s 2026 meeting support the use of recycled plastics in infrastructure as a sustainable solution for island communities.

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