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From Waste to Wonder: How a Father Rescues Crayons to Brighten Children's Lives and Protect the Environment
The Environmental Impact of Discarded Crayons
Every year, millions of used and broken crayons end up in landfills across the country. These crayons, made from petroleum-based wax, pose a long-lasting environmental threat because they can take hundreds of years to decompose. When crayons break or fade, people often toss them away, contributing to mounting waste that affects land, water, and wildlife. This wastefulness is more than just a cleanup issue; it’s an environmental challenge that calls for innovative solutions.