2041 Results

"This new technology could be integrated into production chains quickly and inexpensively."

Tech

Scientist develops biomimetic concept inspired by fish to tackle microplastic problem — and it starts with our laundry machines

"This shows very, very, very well the need for transparency and traceability."

Business

Study reveals nearly 60 companies to be responsible for half of world's plastic pollution: 'The industry likes to put the responsibility on the individual'

"Tide evo embodies over a decade of research and development."

Business

Tide launches new form of laundry detergent without any plastic — here's how it could rattle the industry

"Often producers don't really know which kind of chemicals they have in their products."

Business

New report reveals disturbing chemicals lurking in plastics: 'We usually find between hundreds, if not thousands, of chemicals in an individual plastic product'

"It doesn't even look better."

Business

Shopper calls out Folgers over change to coffee product: 'Wrapped in non-recyclable plastic for no reason'

"Great way to reuse old plastic bottles instead of just throwing them away."

Home

Plant lover shares 'brilliant' way to transform single plastic bottle into self-watering reservoir: 'Perfect for most houseplants'

"That's a great idea."

Home

Mom shares thrifty alternative to annoying plastic tablecloths: 'Pretty, festive, inexpensive, and far better'

If coral reefs die or dwindle in health, whole ecosystems could be affected.

Outdoors

Researchers uncover new oceanic locations where microplastics are accumulating: 'Global initiatives are necessary to conserve these rich ecosystems'

The incredible innovation and far-reaching vision won them a major environmental prize.

Tech

Startup develops innovative solution to stop plastic pollution at home: 'We feel passionately about keeping the oceans free of microplastics'

One expert believes this technology is versatile enough to become a part of a wide range of industries as well, like fashion, robotics, medicine, and vehicle manufacturing.

Tech

Scientists develop self-healing material that could transform the plastic industry: 'We could solve many of the world's problems with a single material'

"The scientists have been ringing the alarm for decades."

Business

Leading scientists and business leaders urge US to join key global effort protecting human health: 'Plastic has infected every inch of our planet, and now our own bodies'

The effects of microplastics on humans and other species are still being researched, and there is uncertainty about the amount of harm they cause.

Outdoors

Scientists discover surprising new place where microplastics are accumulating: '[It] might be acting as a sink'