For a few years now, there is a growing feeling of responsibility towards the environment. Worldwide, people are becoming increasingly aware of our impact on the planet and are wondering whether our new habits will be in line with our thinking.
At the time the pandemic started, germicidal UV-C lamps came into the spotlight as a possible solution to fight the virus. Their adaptation to our homes and workplaces has led to a significant increase in their use, and more and more people are wondering about their environmental impact.
To get started, we must say that UV-C light is naturally present on the planet. In other words, as well as UV-A and UV-B, UV-C is one of the rays produced by the sun. Unlike its brothers, its wavelength is shorter (between 280 and 200 nm) and it is blocked by the ozone layer. This way, they do not reach the Earth surface.
Fortunately, science got to replicate this kind of light artificially. Thanks to this, we can benefit from its fantastic properties for disinfecting elements that do not allow chemical disinfectants, such as electronic equipment; or chlorine-resistant bacteria, as in the case of drinking water.
Because of everything mentioned above, we can affirm that the germicidal ultraviolet light is not only not harmful to the environment, but also a perfect ally to fight germs, bacteria and viruses.
However, it is important to highlight that, although UV-C rays come from nature, their incorrect use can cause damage to tissues and eyes, so they should always be used under minimum safety measures.
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