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January 27, 2021 |
Environment
The Hawaii s ban on the sale of sunscreens containing two chemicals harmful to coral reef ecosystems is now in effect.
As a result, a popular snorkeling spot on Hawaii Island is providing beachgoers with easy access to a sunscreen option that s kinder to marine life - and possibly their own health.
The Kohala Center, in partnership with Raw Elements USA and Target, launched a public reef-friendly sunscreen dispenser program at Kahaluu Beach Park on January 23, 2021.
The program launches as Hawaii s statewide ban takes effect on the sale of sunscreens containing the active ingredients oxybenzone and octinoxate.
Hawaii was the first in the world to issue such a ban, prompting many governments around the globe to follow suit.