[GreenYes] air hand dryers vs paper towel

["Jessica North" <wastenot@xtra.co.nz>]

Greetings from NZ!

Would anyone have facts, suggestions, studies, or contacts to help me
determine whether there is a net environmental benefit to using air hand
dryers in bathrooms (modern units, low power) vs paper roller towel (35%
pre-consumer recycled fibre content)?

The paper towel cannot currently be composted (health issues).

My understanding is that the air dryers are the preferable option from an
environmental perspective.

Many thanks,

Jessica

Jessica North - Resource Consultant
Waste Not Limited
PO Box 33 1410
Takapuna, Auckland
New Zealand

Ph: 09 486 3635
Fax: 09 486 5764
www.wastenot.co.nz

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