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Recent plastic pollution talks have stalled, yet there is still hope for a treaty in the future.

Business

What's preventing a global plastics treaty? Experts say these 3 crucial factors are to blame

"Our dependence on plastic is unsustainable."

Tech

Company launches transformative fungi-powered technology that can eat through plastic: 'We had to look to nature for a solution'

There is an astonishing amount of oil-derived plastic in existence, and it’s not going anywhere on its own.

Tech

Researchers stunned after discovering new method to break down plastic: 'This is a groundbreaking technology'

While it is widely acknowledged that each substance is a big issue, the combined effects have been studied less — until now.

Tech

Researchers make disturbing discovery about combination of 'forever chemicals' and microplastics: 'It is imperative'

Understanding the science behind them isn’t easy.

Tech

How worried should you really be about microplastics? Here's what experts had to say

“Intelligent investors, take note.”

Tech

Researchers make game-changing discovery while experimenting with plastic replacements: 'It cannot be ignored'

The university is going through the patent process for this new technology.

Tech

Research team stunned after unexpectedly discovering new method to break down plastic: 'The plastic is gone ... all gone'

"This is a legitimate fire hazard."

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Distraught homeowner shares video after shoddy water heater ignites campfire-sized flame: 'I can smell either plastic or rubber burning'

"With this new material, we have created a new family of plastics."

Tech

Scientists unveil first-of-its-kind plastic alternative that could shake up the packaging industry — here's why it's important

"This kind of development work helps to reduce dependence on fossil-based raw materials."

Tech

Company unveils game-changing biodegradable plastic from unlikely source: 'A significant step'

You could save even more money on your grocery bills.

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Expert gardener shares why you should never toss out your plastic pots: 'You'd be surprised'

This proves that sometimes the best solutions are hiding in our kitchen drawers.

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Plant mom shares 'magic' method to put old plastic lids to good use: 'Transforming trash into treasure'