The world produces 57 million tons of plastic pollution every year, study shows
The world generates 57 million tons of plastic pollution annually, primarily from the Global South, with India being the largest contributor.
Five firms in plastic pollution alliance made 1,000 times more plastic than they cleaned up'
The Alliance to End Plastic Waste has produced 1,000 times more new plastic than the waste diverted over five years, highlighting significant industry greenwashing.
Oil giant ExxonMobil sued by California AG and environmental nonprofits over plastic waste
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and environmental groups sued Exxon Mobil for a decades-long campaign of deception causing global plastic pollution.
The amount of plastic waste produced each year could fill NYC's Central Park and reach as high as the Empire State Building
The world produces 57 million tons of plastic pollution annually, primarily from the Global South, creating a global environmental crisis.
We Earthlings: Get the Plastic Out!
Reducing PET bottle usage can significantly mitigate environmental issues, including carbon emissions, ocean pollution, and oil consumption.
Here's the disturbing reason you should never reuse plastic containers
Re-using store-bought plastic bottles and containers can release harmful nanoplastics and toxic chemicals into food and liquids, posing serious health risks.
The world produces 57 million tons of plastic pollution every year, study shows
The world generates 57 million tons of plastic pollution annually, primarily from the Global South, with India being the largest contributor.
Five firms in plastic pollution alliance made 1,000 times more plastic than they cleaned up'
The Alliance to End Plastic Waste has produced 1,000 times more new plastic than the waste diverted over five years, highlighting significant industry greenwashing.
Oil giant ExxonMobil sued by California AG and environmental nonprofits over plastic waste
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and environmental groups sued Exxon Mobil for a decades-long campaign of deception causing global plastic pollution.
The amount of plastic waste produced each year could fill NYC's Central Park and reach as high as the Empire State Building
The world produces 57 million tons of plastic pollution annually, primarily from the Global South, creating a global environmental crisis.
We Earthlings: Get the Plastic Out!
Reducing PET bottle usage can significantly mitigate environmental issues, including carbon emissions, ocean pollution, and oil consumption.
Here's the disturbing reason you should never reuse plastic containers
Re-using store-bought plastic bottles and containers can release harmful nanoplastics and toxic chemicals into food and liquids, posing serious health risks.
US Finally Agrees to Back Limits on Plastic Production. Here's Why That Matters.
Pacific Island nations face severe impacts from plastic pollution despite contributing minimal waste, highlighting global environmental injustice.
Creating a Global Package to Solve the Problem of Plastics
A Global Plastics Treaty aims to address the lifecycle of plastics and combat pollution, with significant global negotiations underway.
Global Plastic Treaty Talks Collapse in Busan
Global negotiations for a plastic pollution treaty collapsed due to conflicting national interests, threatening ecosystems and global health.
International talks on curbing plastic pollution fail to reach agreement
Negotiators have failed to reach a landmark treaty on plastic pollution due to deep divisions among nearly 200 participating nations.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law banning all plastic shopping bags at grocery stores
California bans all plastic shopping bags at grocery stores starting in 2026, focusing on reducing plastic waste and leading the fight against pollution.
World fails to deliver U.N. treaty on cleaning up plastic pollution
Negotiators failed to agree on reducing plastic pollution at global talks, highlighting challenges posed by the plastic industry's influence.
US Finally Agrees to Back Limits on Plastic Production. Here's Why That Matters.
Pacific Island nations face severe impacts from plastic pollution despite contributing minimal waste, highlighting global environmental injustice.
Creating a Global Package to Solve the Problem of Plastics
A Global Plastics Treaty aims to address the lifecycle of plastics and combat pollution, with significant global negotiations underway.
Global Plastic Treaty Talks Collapse in Busan
Global negotiations for a plastic pollution treaty collapsed due to conflicting national interests, threatening ecosystems and global health.
International talks on curbing plastic pollution fail to reach agreement
Negotiators have failed to reach a landmark treaty on plastic pollution due to deep divisions among nearly 200 participating nations.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law banning all plastic shopping bags at grocery stores
California bans all plastic shopping bags at grocery stores starting in 2026, focusing on reducing plastic waste and leading the fight against pollution.
World fails to deliver U.N. treaty on cleaning up plastic pollution
Negotiators failed to agree on reducing plastic pollution at global talks, highlighting challenges posed by the plastic industry's influence.
From gasoline to plastic: The oil companies' business strategy that blocks environmental treaties
The Busan negotiations to establish an international treaty against plastic pollution have been postponed until 2025, with significant resistance from fossil fuel-exporting nations.
Saudi Arabia Leads Pushback Against Global Plastic Treaty
Saudi Arabia is obstructing global efforts to finalize a UN treaty on plastic pollution.
Petroleum-rich nations are pushing back against curbs on plastic production.
From gasoline to plastic: The oil companies' business strategy that blocks environmental treaties
The Busan negotiations to establish an international treaty against plastic pollution have been postponed until 2025, with significant resistance from fossil fuel-exporting nations.
Saudi Arabia Leads Pushback Against Global Plastic Treaty
Saudi Arabia is obstructing global efforts to finalize a UN treaty on plastic pollution.
Petroleum-rich nations are pushing back against curbs on plastic production.
Negotiators fail to agree on UN treaty to curb global plastic pollution
Countries postponed negotiations on a global treaty to curb plastic pollution despite urgent calls for action.
Oil giants blocked a treaty to curb plastic pollution, but countries will try again
International negotiations to create a legally binding treaty against plastic pollution have stalled, with over 100 nations supporting limits on plastic production amidst strong opposition.
California announces suit against ExxonMobil over role in plastic pollution crisis
California's lawsuit against ExxonMobil addresses deception regarding plastic pollution.
The case aims to hold the plastic industry accountable for environmental harm.
Global Plastic Pollution Treaty Talks Fail
Negotiators failed to agree on a global treaty to combat plastic pollution, primarily due to oil-rich countries refusing to limit production.
World Seeks an End to Plastic Pollution at Talks in South Korea
Global negotiators at Busan aim to establish the first treaty to combat plastic pollution amid significant challenges and geopolitical opposition.
Millions Demand Major Cuts in Plastics Production Ahead of Treaty Talks
A legally binding global treaty is essential to reduce plastic production and address environmental health issues.
Negotiators fail to agree on UN treaty to curb global plastic pollution
Countries postponed negotiations on a global treaty to curb plastic pollution despite urgent calls for action.
Oil giants blocked a treaty to curb plastic pollution, but countries will try again
International negotiations to create a legally binding treaty against plastic pollution have stalled, with over 100 nations supporting limits on plastic production amidst strong opposition.
California announces suit against ExxonMobil over role in plastic pollution crisis
California's lawsuit against ExxonMobil addresses deception regarding plastic pollution.
The case aims to hold the plastic industry accountable for environmental harm.
Global Plastic Pollution Treaty Talks Fail
Negotiators failed to agree on a global treaty to combat plastic pollution, primarily due to oil-rich countries refusing to limit production.
World Seeks an End to Plastic Pollution at Talks in South Korea
Global negotiators at Busan aim to establish the first treaty to combat plastic pollution amid significant challenges and geopolitical opposition.
Millions Demand Major Cuts in Plastics Production Ahead of Treaty Talks
A legally binding global treaty is essential to reduce plastic production and address environmental health issues.
Plastic waste is everywhere. Countries have one more chance to agree on a solution
Negotiators are finalizing a treaty in Busan to combat plastic pollution, facing a deadline that may influence future environmental policies.
The UN's plastic talks failed to produce a global treaty. Here's why
Countries negotiating a treaty to reduce plastic pollution failed to agree, highlighting deep divisions between production and waste management preferences.
Leaders make final push for plastic pollution treaty at talks in S Korea
Island nations emphasize that recycling alone cannot solve the plastic crisis; the entire lifecycle of plastic needs to be addressed.
As Plastic Talks Continue, a Reminder of What We're All Exposed To
Silicone wristbands are innovative tools for measuring chemical exposure in everyday life and advocate for stronger regulations.
Plastic waste is everywhere. Countries have one more chance to agree on a solution
Negotiators are finalizing a treaty in Busan to combat plastic pollution, facing a deadline that may influence future environmental policies.
The UN's plastic talks failed to produce a global treaty. Here's why
Countries negotiating a treaty to reduce plastic pollution failed to agree, highlighting deep divisions between production and waste management preferences.
Leaders make final push for plastic pollution treaty at talks in S Korea
Island nations emphasize that recycling alone cannot solve the plastic crisis; the entire lifecycle of plastic needs to be addressed.
As Plastic Talks Continue, a Reminder of What We're All Exposed To
Silicone wristbands are innovative tools for measuring chemical exposure in everyday life and advocate for stronger regulations.
Advocates Say Plastics Treaty Draft Falls Far Short as Talks Near Deadline
Negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty are lacking essential commitments, risking ineffectiveness against plastic pollution.
manufactura repurposes beeswax for sustainable lattice panels at mexico city office
The Wax Project utilizes beeswax to create sustainable, recyclable architectural panels as a solution to plastic pollution.
Daily briefing: Earliest-known alphabet found on relics from Syrian tomb
The discovery of ancient clay cylinders may reveal the earliest known writing system.
Negotiators aim for a global treaty to tackle plastic pollution effectively.
Alec Baldwin, William Shatner Agree On Big Post-Trump Issue
Alec Baldwin highlighted the urgent need for a national initiative to tackle environmental challenges, specifically plastic pollution, similar to the Apollo mission.
The UN is holding its 5th meeting on the global plastic crisis. Can negotiators finally make a treaty happen?
The world is working towards a legally binding treaty to combat global plastic pollution during crucial negotiations in Busan.
It's time to hold corporations accountable for the plastics crisis-and the bill could exceed $20 billion in the U.S. alone
Plastic exposure is a significant threat to human health and requires immediate regulatory attention.
California Sues Exxon Over Plastics Pollution and Recycling Myth'
California's Attorney General sues Exxon Mobil for promoting recycling myths that led to increased plastic waste.
Coca-Cola and Pepsi, two of the world's top plastic polluters, just got slapped with a lawsuit alleging exaggerated recycling claims and downplayed health effects
Los Angeles County is suing Pepsi and Coca-Cola for misleading the public about plastic recyclability and the environmental impacts of their products.
California sues Exxon over 'deceptive practices' around plastic recycling
California has filed a lawsuit against ExxonMobil for its alleged deception about recycling and role in global plastic waste pollution.
California sues ExxonMobil and says it lied about plastics recycling
California is suing ExxonMobil for misleading the public about the efficacy of plastic recycling in addressing pollution.
California Sues Exxon Over Plastics Pollution and Recycling Myth'
California's Attorney General sues Exxon Mobil for promoting recycling myths that led to increased plastic waste.
Coca-Cola and Pepsi, two of the world's top plastic polluters, just got slapped with a lawsuit alleging exaggerated recycling claims and downplayed health effects
Los Angeles County is suing Pepsi and Coca-Cola for misleading the public about plastic recyclability and the environmental impacts of their products.
California sues Exxon over 'deceptive practices' around plastic recycling
California has filed a lawsuit against ExxonMobil for its alleged deception about recycling and role in global plastic waste pollution.
California sues ExxonMobil and says it lied about plastics recycling
California is suing ExxonMobil for misleading the public about the efficacy of plastic recycling in addressing pollution.
Mulyana Transforms Plastic Yarn and Netting into Arresting Ocean Textures
Mulyana's art emphasizes the fragility of marine ecosystems and the importance of environmental preservation through engaging and thought-provoking sculptures.
Plastic-eating bacteria could combat pollution problems, scientists hope
Bacteria found in wastewater can effectively break down plastic, presenting a potential solution to combat global plastic pollution.
What harmful microbes are lurking in the world's 7 billion tonnes of plastic waste?
Over 2,000 volunteers removed 40 tonnes of plastic from the oceans, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive action against plastic pollution.
Eliminating harmful substances enhances recovery and overall health.
Plastic pollution poses a significant threat to the environment and our health.
A commitment to health should extend beyond individual patients to the planet.
Food packaging chemicals are seeping into human bodies - here's what that means for your health
Chemicals from food packaging materials are migrating into human bodies, posing potential health risks.
Has a California lab discovered the holy grail of plastic recycling?
New research presents a catalytic recycling process that offers over 90% efficiency for certain plastics, addressing the plastic pollution problem.
Waste has value': how surfing helps Colombia solve its plastic problem
Amigos del Mar uses surfing to engage the community and combat plastic pollution on Tierra Bomba island.
Ships sent to clean Great Pacific Garbage Patch in middle of ocean return to SF
Plastic pollution is a significant threat to oceans and ecosystems, with over 100 species at risk of extinction.
The Ocean Cleanup has developed technology that can potentially clear the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in five years.
Police arrest 18 people after Greenpeace activists block Unilever HQ in the City
Greenpeace activists protested against Unilever's plastic use, leading to 18 arrests, demanding the company phase out single-use plastics within ten years.