Human hair is a water-saving device in Chile, a country that has been hit by drought.
by Energy News updated July 3, 2025 8:04 AM
The small mats of hair at the base of the plants help to lock in moisture in orchards in Chile, which have suffered from drought for many years.
According to the Matter of Trust Chile Foundation, who makes the mats, the hair is turned into sheets or discs of compostable mulch through mechanical weaving. This reduces direct evaporation of up to 71%, and can save as much as 48% of irrigation.
OE, Energy News – Human hair is a water-saving device in Chile, a country that has been hit by drought.
Jul 2025