Researchers repurpose disposable face masks into lightweight, insulating materials using geopolymer technology, addressing waste and enhancing sustainability.

Discarded masks are also making their way into oceans and waterways. Alison Jones, a program coordinator for Clean Ocean Action, said volunteers collected 680 face masks on New York and New Jersey ...

All of these masks could be beneficial if they are repurposed. Related: Discarded COVID-19 masks are now littering seas and oceans Roads have been made of recycled materials before .

So far the research has been restricted to a preliminary study, asking the specific question of whether face masks can be repurposed in this way, but hopefully it's just the beginning.

Here are some crafty and fun ideas on how to repurpose your used or bulk-stored face masks to ensure that they do not go to waste: Phone sleeve/carrier .

Makeup artists share how to repurpose your lipsticks and glosses to show them off with these makeup for face masks tricks. Photo: Getty Images/<br />F.J. Jimenez Published Jul 28, 2020 ...

SINGAPORE - Have you found yourself with too many face masks and unsure of what to do with them this coming Earth Day? Here are some unique ideas from creatives around the world on how to reuse face ...

After initially claiming face coverings weren’t necessary, the CDC changed course in April 2020, calling on all Americans — even children as young as 2 — to mask up.