Mardi Gras beads in New Orleans are creating an environmental concern. February 12, 2024 6:55 PM ET. By . The Associated Press Enlarge this image.

Mardi Gras produces tons of garbage — up to 2.6 million pounds each year in New Orleans alone, from plastic beads to Popeyes containers.

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The city of New Orleans and the tourism promotion organization New Orleans & Co. also have collection points along parade routes for cans, glass and, yes, beads.

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The city of New Orleans and the tourism promotion organization New Orleans & Co. also have collection points along parade routes for cans, glass and, yes, beads.