www.theguardian.com4 months agoJavaScriptThe never-ending stream of plastic pollution: could a global treaty help us turn off the tap? podcastPlastic waste poses a significant threat to endemic species in the Galapagos Islands. [ more ]
www.npr.org10 months agoEnvironmentGlobal talks to cut plastic waste stall as industry and environmental groups clashNegotiations over a global plastics treaty ended with little progress due to oil and gas producers blocking a final decision. Plastic production is expected to increase, and most of it is made from chemicals derived from fossil fuels. There is disagreement over whether the treaty should have binding global rules or be based on voluntary targets. [ more ]