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fromBusiness Insider
6 days ago
Environment

I study toxic microplastics. Here's how I protect myself and my kids at home.

Reducing microplastics exposure is essential for children's health; experts recommend practical steps like using glass over plastic.
Microplastics and associated chemicals pose significant health risks, necessitating conscious lifestyle changes.
fromNature
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How to stop plastic pollution: three strategies that actually work

Negotiators are striving for a legally binding UN treaty to cut plastic pollution, but success is uncertain.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Environment

Your clothes are shedding bits of plastic. Here's what people are doing about it this Earth Day

The everyday clothing we wear contributes significantly to environmental plastic pollution.
Laundry releases millions of microplastic fibers that enter waterways and ecosystems.
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
NYC startup

An award-winning invention by 3 teens could help get plastic out of shipping boxes. They want to pitch to Amazon and Home Depot.

Teenage boys have created an innovative cardboard packaging called Kiriboard to combat plastic pollution and revolutionize shipping.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Environment

How chewing gum contributes to plastic pollution-and how to reduce its environmental impact

Chewing gum may contribute to significant plastic pollution due to its synthetic rubber content.
Environment
fromBusiness Insider
6 days ago

I study toxic microplastics. Here's how I protect myself and my kids at home.

Reducing microplastics exposure is essential for children's health; experts recommend practical steps like using glass over plastic.
Microplastics and associated chemicals pose significant health risks, necessitating conscious lifestyle changes.
Miscellaneous
fromNature
5 months ago

How to stop plastic pollution: three strategies that actually work

Negotiators are striving for a legally binding UN treaty to cut plastic pollution, but success is uncertain.
Environment
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Your clothes are shedding bits of plastic. Here's what people are doing about it this Earth Day

The everyday clothing we wear contributes significantly to environmental plastic pollution.
Laundry releases millions of microplastic fibers that enter waterways and ecosystems.
NYC startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

An award-winning invention by 3 teens could help get plastic out of shipping boxes. They want to pitch to Amazon and Home Depot.

Teenage boys have created an innovative cardboard packaging called Kiriboard to combat plastic pollution and revolutionize shipping.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Environment

How chewing gum contributes to plastic pollution-and how to reduce its environmental impact

Chewing gum may contribute to significant plastic pollution due to its synthetic rubber content.
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#microplastics
Science
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Microplastics

Microplastics are widespread, even in remote areas, posing serious health concerns. Recent research shows significant accumulation of plastic in the human brain.
OMG science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientists discover microplastics in Antarctica's most remote regions

Microplastics have been discovered in Antarctica, illustrating the widespread issue of plastic pollution even in untouched environments.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Microplastics in placentas linked to premature births, study suggests

Higher microplastic levels found in placentas from premature births reveal potential health concerns linked to plastic pollution.
Environment
fromState of the Planet
2 weeks ago

Science for the Planet: Tackling the Invisible Threat of Nanoplastics

Plastic pollution is a critical growing threat, prominently characterized by microplastics present in various environments.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why microplastic pollution in soils and crops is 'raising alarm' among experts

The proliferation of plastic bags is severely affecting farmland in Uganda, impacting agriculture and human health.
Science
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Microplastics

Microplastics are widespread, even in remote areas, posing serious health concerns. Recent research shows significant accumulation of plastic in the human brain.
OMG science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientists discover microplastics in Antarctica's most remote regions

Microplastics have been discovered in Antarctica, illustrating the widespread issue of plastic pollution even in untouched environments.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Microplastics in placentas linked to premature births, study suggests

Higher microplastic levels found in placentas from premature births reveal potential health concerns linked to plastic pollution.
Environment
fromState of the Planet
2 weeks ago

Science for the Planet: Tackling the Invisible Threat of Nanoplastics

Plastic pollution is a critical growing threat, prominently characterized by microplastics present in various environments.
Environment
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why microplastic pollution in soils and crops is 'raising alarm' among experts

The proliferation of plastic bags is severely affecting farmland in Uganda, impacting agriculture and human health.
more#microplastics
Environment
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

You Can Help Plastic Pollution in U.S. National Parks With This App-What to Know

The 5 Gyres Institute's initiative empowers visitors to national parks to document trash, contributing to efforts aimed at reducing waste.
#environmental-awareness
fromColossal
1 month ago
Fashion & style

Mandy Barker's Cyanotypes Revive a Pioneering Botanist's Book to Warn About Synthetic Debris

Mandy Barker's work on marine debris emphasizes the harmful effects of synthetic clothing and plastic pollution in oceans.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Underwater Argonauts! The deep-sea scientists logging Med pollution in pictures

Scientists on the Argonauts project aim to raise awareness about Mediterranean plastic pollution and promote solutions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

It's not just a few ships doing it': how the world's plastic ends up on a Guernsey beach

Guernsey beachcombers are actively addressing the plastic waste problem, contributing valuable data to international discussions on plastic management.
Local action in Guernsey is helping to inform global efforts to tackle plastic pollution through systematic cataloging of marine litter.
fromColossal
1 month ago
Fashion & style

Mandy Barker's Cyanotypes Revive a Pioneering Botanist's Book to Warn About Synthetic Debris

Mandy Barker's work on marine debris emphasizes the harmful effects of synthetic clothing and plastic pollution in oceans.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Underwater Argonauts! The deep-sea scientists logging Med pollution in pictures

Scientists on the Argonauts project aim to raise awareness about Mediterranean plastic pollution and promote solutions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

It's not just a few ships doing it': how the world's plastic ends up on a Guernsey beach

Guernsey beachcombers are actively addressing the plastic waste problem, contributing valuable data to international discussions on plastic management.
Local action in Guernsey is helping to inform global efforts to tackle plastic pollution through systematic cataloging of marine litter.
more#environmental-awareness
#environmental-issues
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago
Environment

The plastic recycling myth and our very real crisis

Plastic has infiltrated human bodies, posing serious health risks, with recycling failing to address the crisis effectively.
fromMail Online
2 months ago
OMG science

Images reveal impact of pollution as Trump brings back plastic straws

Trump's executive order to use plastic straws shows a regression in US efforts to combat plastic pollution.
fromNature
5 months ago
OMG science

Daily briefing: Homo erectus, I presume? Footprints show ancient hominins crossed paths

Ancient footprints reveal coexistence of Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei 1.5 million years ago.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Race' to clear plastic pellets from beaches after North Sea collision

The environmental impact from the recent shipping collision is critical, necessitating immediate cleanup of plastic pellets on UK coastlines.
fromModern Farmer
2 months ago
Agriculture

On the Ground with Grocery Stores Ditching Plastic - Modern Farmer

Lea Rainey founded a zero waste market to address frustrations with excessive plastic in grocery packaging.
Environment
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The plastic recycling myth and our very real crisis

Plastic has infiltrated human bodies, posing serious health risks, with recycling failing to address the crisis effectively.
OMG science
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Images reveal impact of pollution as Trump brings back plastic straws

Trump's executive order to use plastic straws shows a regression in US efforts to combat plastic pollution.
OMG science
fromNature
5 months ago

Daily briefing: Homo erectus, I presume? Footprints show ancient hominins crossed paths

Ancient footprints reveal coexistence of Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei 1.5 million years ago.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Race' to clear plastic pellets from beaches after North Sea collision

The environmental impact from the recent shipping collision is critical, necessitating immediate cleanup of plastic pellets on UK coastlines.
fromModern Farmer
2 months ago
Agriculture

On the Ground with Grocery Stores Ditching Plastic - Modern Farmer

Lea Rainey founded a zero waste market to address frustrations with excessive plastic in grocery packaging.
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#environmental-responsibility
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
6 months ago

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.
fromEarth911
1 month ago
Environment

Earth911 Podcast: Pursuing Sustainable Packaging with AE Global's Elizabeth Corbett

Sustainable packaging alternatives face challenges but present opportunities for eco-responsible businesses.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
6 months ago

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.
fromEarth911
1 month ago
Environment

Earth911 Podcast: Pursuing Sustainable Packaging with AE Global's Elizabeth Corbett

Sustainable packaging alternatives face challenges but present opportunities for eco-responsible businesses.
more#environmental-responsibility
Remote teams
fromNature
2 months ago

PhD scientists who forged a career off the beaten track

Marine ecologist Jennifer Lavers thrives in an isolated environment, combining her research on plastic pollution with close community ties and the natural beauty of the Archipelago.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

It is ambitious, but ambition builds the world': can the Gambia's bold plan to cut plastic pollution work?

The Gambia is intensifying efforts to eliminate plastic pollution with a new National Action Plan aiming for an 86% reduction over the next decade.
#environmental-policy
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Countries call for binding targets to cut plastic production after talks fail

Binding global targets for cutting plastic production are essential for any treaty to effectively fight plastic waste.
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago
US news

Negotiators fail to reach an agreement on a plastic pollution treaty. Talks to resume next year

Negotiators failed to reach a treaty agreement on plastic pollution in South Korea and will continue talks next year.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hope of breakthrough at international plastic treaty talks after two-year deadlock

Momentum is building for a breakthrough in international treaty talks on plastic reduction after two years of deadlock.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Countries call for binding targets to cut plastic production after talks fail

Binding global targets for cutting plastic production are essential for any treaty to effectively fight plastic waste.
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago
US news

Negotiators fail to reach an agreement on a plastic pollution treaty. Talks to resume next year

Negotiators failed to reach a treaty agreement on plastic pollution in South Korea and will continue talks next year.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hope of breakthrough at international plastic treaty talks after two-year deadlock

Momentum is building for a breakthrough in international treaty talks on plastic reduction after two years of deadlock.
more#environmental-policy
#global-treaty
fromFast Company
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

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.
fromFast Company
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

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.
more#global-treaty
fromNature
5 months ago
OMG science

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.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

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.
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
5 months ago

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.
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
5 months ago

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.
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Oli Chang Pleads Us to Take Better Care of Our "Big & Blue" - KALTBLUT Magazine

Oli Chang's "Big & Blue" reflects on love strained by environmental crises, particularly plastic pollution, evoking personal fears of the future.
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