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Direct link between plastic production and plastic pollution revealed

Environment
A new study has revealed that just 56 companies can be traced to more than half of global branded plastic pollution.

Microplastics transfer toxic chemicals through skin

Environment
University of Birmingham research has identified that toxic chemicals can be absorbed through skin contact with microplastics.

Utilising the potential of citizen science to tackle marine litter

Environment
Volunteer clean-ups have resulted in almost nine tonnes of marine litter being cleared from beaches across the Seychelles. Read more here.

Hydrogel breakthrough removes microplastic pollution from water

Environment
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) has developed an innovative hydrogel that removes microplastic pollution from water.

Kobe University engineers bacteria to manufacture green plastic

Environment
Discover how experts at Kobe University in Japan have pioneered an innovative method to produce green plastic.

11 million tonnes of plastic pollution on ocean floor, says CSIRO

Environment
New research from CSIRO alarmingly suggests that there are around 11 million tonnes of plastic pollution on the ocean floor.

Can biodegradable microplastics save our health and planet?

Environment
Scientists have developed biodegradable microplastics that break down in under seven months. Discover more here.

Meta-study uncovers dire health impacts of microplastics and nanoplastics

Environment
A meta-study has revealed alarming evidence of the adverse effects of microplastics and nanoplastics on human health. Find out more.

Why recycling isn’t enough to solve the global plastic pollution crisis

Environment
Discover why plastic recycling alone is not enough for the world to kick a harmful addiction and solve the plastic pollution crisis.

EU adopts stricter rules on plastic waste exports

Environment
The EU has unveiled plans to clamp down on plastic waste exports, introducing stronger regulations for waste shipments.

Maintaining waste management through effective communications

Environment
Learn more about the disposable vape ban and its wider implications on best practice, sustainable waste management.

Plastics industry lied to consumers for decades about plastic recycling, says CCI report

Environment
Big oil and plastic producers have lied for over 30 years that plastic recycling is feasible, says a damning report from the CCI.

University of Portsmouth to receive £11.2m to reduce plastic waste in the UK

Environment
The University of Portsmouth’s Centre for Enzyme Innovation will use the funding to lead the Preventing Plastic Pollution with Engineering Biology Mission Hub to support the UK transition to a circular plastics economy.

University of Oxford develop roadmap for a plastic circular economy

Environment
University of Oxford researchers have unveiled an ambitious blueprint to drive a global plastic circular economy.
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