Global Risks
This member of the banana tree family could help us cut COVID-19 plastic waste
The abaca tree, a relative of the banana, produces fibre that’s being made into COVID-19 personal protective products, as an alternative to plastics.
Harry Kretchmer is a Senior Writer at Formative Content. Recoded to Forum Agenda on 29/05/2024
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Health and Healthcare Systems
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Nature and Biodiversity
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Health and Healthcare Systems
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Industries in Depth
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Nature and Biodiversity
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Financial and Monetary Systems
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Energy Transition
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Health and Healthcare Systems
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Health and Healthcare Systems
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Climate Action
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Arts and Culture
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Nature and Biodiversity
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