Iron catalyst turns plastic waste into vinegar using sunlight
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a solar-powered method to convert plastic waste into acetic acid,…
Video reveals ‘disturbing’ discovery found inside elephant dung along hiking trail: ‘Such an alarming sight’
An online video showing plastic waste found in elephant droppings has sparked concern over the extent to which…
Man makes horrifying discovery while hiking in wildlife habitat: ‘Completely intact’
Travel content creator Murphy Ng saw something distressing while hiking near the Maliau Basin Studies Centre in Sabah,…
Photographer captures startling image of elephant in unexpected situation: ‘Tragically getting stuck’
In a photograph that captures the plight of the largest living land animals, a lone Sri Lankan elephant…
Biodegradable plastic isn’t a climate solution on its own
There are no great solutions to the problem of throwaway plastics. They can clog up landfills for centuries,…
‘I literally [do] this all the time’
When it comes to medicine bottles, if you’re anything like most people, you have them in bathroom cabinets,…
The ocean floor is turning into the world’s biggest plastic dump site killing hundreds of underwater species |
For years, the public face of ocean pollution has been the same: floating bottles, drifting bags, and beaches…
More microplastics found in rural woodland than city centre – experts warn of potential health risks
Published on 13/01/2026 – 12:26 GMT+1 Microplastics are infiltrating green spaces, often considered a respite from polluted cities,…
Lowe’s faces backlash after customer posts photo of store’s dumpster: ‘It’s so sad’
If you have a yard, one of the best things you can do for the planet is plant…
Scientists discover incredible way to make plastic materials nearly indestructible — and then completely disappear
Researchers have advanced their knowledge in developing plant biomass-derived polymers that can be used as plastic alternatives, potentially…
Foreigner confronts man for dumping plastic bottles in Meghalaya, video sparks civic sense debate
A video from Meghalaya has gone viral on social media, triggering widespread outrage and introspection over civic responsibility…
‘Digitalization isn’t just for high-tech industries’
The latest computing technology is helping shape a potentially safer future for one of the world’s oldest professions:…