 | Real nappies offer up to 40% carbon saving according to the Womens' Environmental Network Estimates vary on how long disposable nappies will take to break down, but the highest estimates are several hundred years. |
Your actual environmental benefits will depend on what temperature you wash at, how often you can line-dry rather than tumble-dry, and your choice of detergent etc. However, with real nappies at least you are in control; you can make your own decisions on how to reduce your impact on the environment. |