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🏎️ Giving waste plastics a second life as high-performance carbon nanomaterials
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Giving waste plastics a second life as high-performance carbon nanomaterials
A study published in Nature Communications has shown that, rather than being discarded, plastics can be transformed into valuable carbon nanomaterials that help solve both energy and environmental challenges.

"The global plastics crisis explained in 6 charts"
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The global plastics crisis explained in 6 charts
Research shows the extent of plastic pollution today — and why the U.N. is negotiating a treaty to keep it from getting worse.

"Pollution from Ineos’s Antwerp plastic plant ‘could cause more deaths than jobs created’"
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"The hidden plastic problem in your daily dental routine – and what’s being done about it"
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The hidden plastic problem in your daily dental routine – and what’s being done about it
Why clean teeth may come at a dirty cost.

"Face masks release microplastics and chemicals that could harm people and the environment, study finds"
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Face masks release microplastics and chemicals that could harm people and the environment, study finds
The global use of face masks surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, but many have since been discarded as waste, contributing to land and water pollution.

✨ Carbon-fiber smart plastic: Self-healing, shape-shifting and stronger than steel
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Carbon-fiber smart plastic: Self-healing, shape-shifting and stronger than steel
Aerospace engineering and materials science researchers at Texas A&M University have uncovered new properties of an ultra-durable, recyclable, smart plastic—paving the way for transformative applications in the defense, aerospace and automotive industries.

"Plastic Overshoot Day: One-third of global plastic waste won’t be properly managed in 2025"
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"Turning shopping bags into streets: Research tackles plastic waste"
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Turning shopping bags into streets: Research tackles plastic waste
Discarded shopping bags and spent milk bottles could be given a second life by becoming part of critical infrastructure, new research published in Applied Sciences by Edith Cowan University (ECU) has found.

🛍️ Why plastic bags will be gone from California groceries by the end of 2025
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Why plastic bags will be gone from California groceries by the end of 2025
"Paper or plastic?" Your days are numbered. The question that millions of shoppers have heard for years when they roll up to the checkout aisle at grocery stores will soon be a thing of the past.

"Microplastics reduce soil fertility and boost production of a potent greenhouse gas, study shows"
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Microplastics reduce soil fertility and boost production of a potent greenhouse gas, study shows
More than 90% of plastic waste ends up in the soil, where it breaks down into microplastics that are invisible to the naked eye. Microplastic pollution of the soil poses a severe threat to soil health as it can harm essential microbial communities and reduce crop yields. The presence of these tiny plastics may also worsen climate change by boosting the production of greenhouse gases, according to a new study published in Environmental Science & Technology.

"Plastics: All around us and inside us"
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Plastics: All around us and inside us
Plastic is one of the most remarkable materials ever created. It's cheap, lightweight and endlessly versatile. It can be shaped into anything from shopping bags to lifesaving tools in hospitals, and it's clean, safe and can be sterilized. Depending on its purpose, it can be used just once—for example, in medical settings where hygiene is critical—or kept in service for years.

"Green Roofs Filter Microplastic From Urban Rainfall, Study Finds"
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Green Roofs Filter Microplastic From Urban Rainfall, Study Finds | Happy Eco News
Green roofs filter microplastic from urban rainwater by capturing up to 97.5% of plastic particles during rainfall, according to a new study. Most particles stay in the soil, helping reduce pollution in city waterways. While challenges remain, this adds another reason to expand green roof infrastructure in urban areas.

"Australian ban on fish-shaped plastic soy sauce dispensers a world first"
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"Revolutionary Study Shows Plants That Remove Microplastics Work Better Than Current Technology"
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Revolutionary Study Shows Plants That Remove Microplastics Work Better Than Current Technology | Happy Eco News
Plants that remove microplastics from water could revolutionize treatment methods. Scientists discovered okra and fenugreek extracts capture up to 90% of plastic particles, outperforming synthetic chemicals. These natural, biodegradable alternatives cost less than industrial polymers while avoiding toxic additives, offering safer water treatment for communities worldwide.

"Plastic Bag Bans Work: New Study Confirms Drop in Beach Litter Where Laws Are in Place"
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Plastic Bag Bans Work: New Study Confirms Drop in Beach Litter Where Laws Are in Place | Happy Eco News
Plastic bag bans work, according to a new nationwide study analyzing 45,000 shoreline cleanups. Areas with bans or bag fees had up to 47% fewer plastic bags collected as litter. The research shows these policies reduce pollution, protect wildlife, and may guide global efforts to regulate plastic waste more effectively.

"Inside the Plastics Industry Playbook: Delay, Deny, and Distract"
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Inside the Plastics Industry Playbook: Delay, Deny, and Distract
In an interview with e360, Saabira Chaudhuri, author of a new book on the history of the plastics industry, discusses how petrochemical companies worldwide have molded consumers to embrace convenience and disposability — no matter the environmental and public health costs.

"100,000 New Jobs Will Clean Up the Coastline and Protect Species from Plastic, Overdevelopment"
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100,000 New Jobs Will Clean Up the Coastline and Protect Species from Plastic, Overdevelopment
250 million people depend on coastal areas for their homes and livelihoods in sectors like fisheries, transport, and tourism.

⚗️ New device converts plastic waste into fuel using catalyst-free pyrolysis
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New device converts plastic waste into fuel using catalyst-free pyrolysis
As tons of plastic waste continue to build up in landfills every day, Yale researchers have developed a way to convert this waste into fuels and other valuable products efficiently and cheaply. The results are published in Nature Chemical Engineering.

"Childhood Exposure to Plastic Raises Lifetime Health Risks, Research Finds"
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Childhood Exposure to Plastic Raises Lifetime Health Risks, Research Finds

"Cigarette filters do nothing for smokers’ health and just create plastic pollution – they should be banned"
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Cigarette filters do nothing for smokers’ health and just create plastic pollution – they should be banned
Cigarette filters are one of the biggest sources of plastic pollution and they serve no purpose.

"Microplastics are here, there and everywhere"
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Microplastics are here, there and everywhere
They can be found in the air we breathe, the water we drink and the food we eat. They can be found within our cells, our organs and even our brains.

"Plastics industry subsidies ‘set to swell to $150bn by 2050’"
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"Microplastics found in highest amounts in these popular drinks"
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Microplastics found in highest amounts in these popular drinks
New research has revealed that hot drinks may be an even bigger source of microplastics than was previously realised

"Discarded Plastic Fishing Nets Are Turned into Filament for 3D Printers"
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Discarded Plastic Fishing Nets Are Turned into Filament for 3D Printers
A skipper will replace his nylon fishing net every 6 months, says Ian Falconer, and most of the time they're buried in a landfill or burned.

"Scientists have puzzled over what happens to plastic as it breaks down in the ocean – our new study helps explain the mystery"
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Scientists have puzzled over what happens to plastic as it breaks down in the ocean – our new study helps explain the mystery
Some plastic pollution lingers at the ocean’s surface for more than a century.

🧃 UK study finds microplastics in all beverages tested, raising exposure estimates
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UK study finds microplastics in all beverages tested, raising exposure estimates
Microplastics have found their way deep inside our bones, brains, and even babies. A UK study found that 100% of all 155 hot and cold beverage samples tested contained synthetic plastic particles.

"Unlocking the drivers of voluntary single-use plastic reduction"
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Unlocking the drivers of voluntary single-use plastic reduction
A belief that individual actions do make a meaningful difference is among the common factors that motivate people to voluntarily reduce their consumption of single-use plastics (SUP), a Griffith University study has discovered.

"Three reasons plastic pollution treaty talks ended in disagreement and deadlock (but not collapse)"
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Three reasons plastic pollution treaty talks ended in disagreement and deadlock (but not collapse)
Global plastics treaty talks in Geneva have ended without agreement after more than three years of negotiations.

"Plastic pollution could linger at ocean surfaces for over a century, new research finds"
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Plastic pollution could linger at ocean surfaces for over a century, new research finds
Scientists from the Department of Geography and Environmental Science at Queen Mary University of London have developed a simple model to show how buoyant plastic can settle through the water column and they predict it could take over 100 years to remove plastic waste from the ocean's surface.

"Tidal marshes trap microplastics, raising risks for ecosystems and people"
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Tidal marshes trap microplastics, raising risks for ecosystems and people
Freshwater tidal marshes, critical for wildlife and coastal protection, are now serving as microplastic catch basins, according to a team of researchers at Penn State. They recently found that these marshes trap large amounts of diverse plastics, with concentrations and ecological risks increasing downstream.

🫁 Humans inhale as much as 68,000 microplastic particles daily, study finds
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"How microbes could help solve the world's plastic pollution crisis"
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How microbes could help solve the world's plastic pollution crisis
With conventional waste management systems falling short, many scientists are turning to nature for innovative solutions to the issue of plastic waste. One promising avenue is microbial degradation: harnessing the natural abilities of certain bacteria and fungi to break down plastics in ways that current technologies cannot.

"Action needed on plastic additives linked to sperm decline, experts warn"
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"Coca-Cola Changes Labels After Legal Challenge Over Plastic Bottle Recycling Claims"
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Coca-Cola Changes Labels After Legal Challenge Over Plastic Bottle Recycling Claims | Happy Eco News
Legal challenges to plastic bottle recycling claims have forced major beverage companies to change their marketing practices. Coca-Cola removed misleading labels after European authorities found recycling claims deceived consumers. Similar investigations target Nestlé and Danone as global regulators increase scrutiny of environmental marketing across the industry.

"Government Policies Drive Reduced Coastal Plastic Pollution on Australian Beaches"
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Government Policies Drive Reduced Coastal Plastic Pollution on Australian Beaches | Happy Eco News
Australia has achieved reduced coastal plastic pollution with a 39% decrease over 10 years, according to new CSIRO research. The study of six cities shows government policies like plastic bans are working, though scientists say continued efforts from communities, industry, and policymakers remain essential for environmental protection.

"Biodegradable Plastic Made from Bamboo Is Stronger and Easy to Recycle"
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Biodegradable Plastic Made from Bamboo Is Stronger and Easy to Recycle
The rigid yet biodegradable plastic outperforms not only alternative biodegradable options, but plastic itself for mechanical strength.

"The plastic inside us: how microplastics may be reshaping our bodies and minds"
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"Microplastics are brought into the wilderness on hiking shoes and gear, study shows"
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"‘The ocean is spitting our rubbish back’: Italy’s museum of plastic pollution"
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"Microplastics, pregnancy and the placenta: what we know and what we don’t"
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Microplastics, pregnancy and the placenta: what we know and what we don’t
During pregnancy, the placenta is the lifeline between mother and baby. It supplies the foetus with oxygen and nutrients, removes waste products and acts as a partial shield against harmful substances…

"EU aims to curb plastic pollution with new rules targeting nightmare spills of tiny pellets"
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EU aims to curb plastic pollution with new rules targeting nightmare spills of tiny pellets
EU takes aim at tiny plastic pellet pollution with new regulations

"Humans inhale as much as 68,000 microplastic particles daily, study finds"
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"Don’t delay flexible plastic recycling for UK homes, businesses tell Ministers"
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"Research reveals how microplastics threaten Gulf of Mexico marine life"
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Research reveals how microplastics threaten Gulf of Mexico marine life
Critical wildlife habitats are exposed to pollution risk in the seas off the southern United States, with implications for human health and food security. "Most of the pollution comes from rivers and not from wastewater treatment plants," says CMCC scientist Annalisa Bracco, co-author of the study that used advanced computer models to track tiny plastic particles across three years.

"Environmental Win: IKEA’s Paper Hardware Bags Replace Plastic in Flat-Pack Furniture"
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Environmental Win: IKEA's Paper Hardware Bags Replace Plastic in Flat-Pack Furniture | Happy Eco News
IKEA's paper hardware bags are replacing plastic alternatives in furniture packages, eliminating 1,400 tons of plastic waste annually. The gradual rollout begins in 2025 with new products, expanding to all items by 2028 as part of the company's broader goal to eliminate plastic consumer packaging entirely.

"EU ready to do plastic pollution deal 'but not at any cost'"
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EU ready to do plastic pollution deal 'but not at any cost'
The European Union is ready to do a deal to land a groundbreaking treaty on plastic pollution, but not at any cost, the EU's environment commissioner insisted Tuesday.

"UK plastic waste exports to developing countries rose 84% in a year, data shows"
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