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During a trek, hikers leave toilet paper behind in nature during a toilet…
During a trek, hikers leave toilet paper behind in nature during a toilet break.
Toilet paper remains visible in the landscape.
Disruption of natural aesthetics
reduction in resting places for animals
Paper attracts insects and scavengers
disruption of food chains
Other hikers experience pollution
negative perception of nature
Local communities complain
pressure on nature conservationists
Paper decomposes slowly in dry or cold areas
soil disturbance
Added substances (perfume, bleach) affect micro-organisms
Misunderstanding of “biodegradable”
unknowingly harmful behaviour
Animals come into contact with paper
Ingestion
risk of suffocation or intestinal problems
Spread of human bacteria
risk of disease transmission
Paper ends up in waterways
Pollution of drinking water sources for animals and humans
Disruption of aquatic ecosystems
Water managers must purify water more thoroughly
higher costs