Palestinians in the Gaza Strip are looking for plastic – the rubbish is to be turned into diesel at a time when prices are rising at a record pace as a result of the world situation. It is both dangerous to life and the environment, but the fishing boats get fuel, cheaper and equally efficient diesel. It is an economical and practical solution in an area trying to survive the fifteen-year blockade by Israel. The facility could explode at any time, environmental experts warn. Burning plastic releases dioxins, mercury and other toxic gases that are a threat to human and animal health, and to vegetation. See shocking images of the process and working conditions in the clip above.
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Life-threatening job: Here they turn plastic waste into diesel
