Switzerland: Wool Used to Protect Alps
Researchers in Switzerland have discovered that natural wool can be used to slow the melting of glaciers in the Alps as a biological and locally sourced alternative to plastic covers, which cause pollution and microfiber leakage. The project, led by the Summit Foundation Institute and the University of Lausanne, aims to reduce the impact of global warming on snow melting, especially given the unprecedented temperature rise this summer, which led to early snow loss and increased risks of avalanches and natural disasters. The application has been tested on the SanfloRon River in western Switzerland, where 40-70% of wool is disposed of annually. This practice helps prevent plastic materials from leaking into the environment.
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