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Samsung and Patagonia Address Microplastics from Laundry

Collaboration announced at CES stems from outdoor retailer's effort to reduce shedding from fleece.

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By: Christine Esposito

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At CES 2022 in Las Vegas last night, Samsung announced a collaboration with Patagonia aimed at reducing microplastics in the ocean that come from laundry.   The collaboration specifically addresses microplastics that are released from washing synthetic textiles.    In a video message, Patagonia discussed the alliance with Samsung and how it wants to reduce the shedding of microplastics from its popular fleece jackets.    According to Vincent Stanley, director of Patagonia philosophy, Samsu...

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