Scientists make major breakthrough that could revolutionize what happens to old plastic: ‘Much more effective’
Plastic pollution has been a steadily growing concern for years. Not only does the physical waste present a…
‘Uncomfortable’ footage of cruise ship sparks intense debate online: ‘That can’t be good’
In climate-conscious social circles, cruise ships are always a hot topic for public debate. To many people, these…
‘I’d never thought of this before’
Bringing home strawberries or tomatoes often means ending up with a pile of clear plastic clamshell containers. Instead…
Self-destructing plastic achieved with built-in ‘on/off’ switch
Researchers from Rutgers University have figured out a way to make plastics that can be programmed to self-destruct.…
Contributor: We're losing the race against plastic, but there's a solution – Los Angeles Times
Contributor: We’re losing the race against plastic, but there’s a solution Los Angeles TimesBreaking the Plastic Wave 2025 The Pew…
Plastics in Lake Erie abound: Key findings from a recent survey
CLEVELAND, Ohio – A 2024 sampling of surface water on Lake Erie suggests the volume of plastic pollution…
Gardener shares clever hack using old plastic containers: ‘Very helpful’
A Reddit user recently showed off the clever way they started the planting season to the community at…
Resident makes disturbing discovery in beloved nature area: ‘It destroyed me’
Andrew Otazo was so furious about the trash in Miami’s “magical” mangroves that he started a one-man mission,…
Scientists develop groundbreaking technology that turns common waste into useful battery power: ‘A promising pathway’
A recent study explored the potential for converting waste plastics into high-value carbon materials for numerous applications, including…
Authorities issue warning after rescuing pregnant bear: ‘Largest ever spotted’
Saving a trapped animal is tough. Saving one stuck in fast-moving water for two days straight? That takes…
Innovative company develops surprising way to use old wind turbine blades — here’s what’s happening
An Australian company has come up with a novel use for decommissioned wind turbine blades: a component in…
‘Could help close the loop’
Researchers at Georgia Tech invented a process that uses physical impacts to decompose PET plastic instead of applying…