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Plastic pollution

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From edible produce wrap to shoes that dissolve in water, here are 5 of the most mind-blowing plastic alternatives

Reusable ziplock Stasher bags

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Reddit thread provides money-saving alternatives to plastic sandwich bags: 'I've had mine for over 5 years'

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

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

"It doesn't even look better."

Business

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

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

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

"What an unholy mess that had built up!"

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PSA about risks of common laundry product invites long list of safer alternatives: '[It] ruins machines'

Everyone can agree that eliminating waste with waste is a real win-win.

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Renowned professor develops novel method to turn cheese into plastic: 'We see all kinds of applications'

Repurposing the shells would provide multiple benefits.

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Scientists make game-changing discovery inside crustacean shells that could revolutionize plastic: 'We are hoping that we can turn this trash into a treasure'

"It's a leap towards a more sustainable future for all of us."

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Major food company deploys technology to slash product manufacturing time by 40% — and it could save nearly 250 tons of plastic from going to waste

Though the use of plastics in agriculture has provided benefits, experts are now raising concerns about potential repercussions.

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Scientists raise alarm about plastic used in agriculture: 'There are emerging concerns'

"I love it."

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Plant parent shares 'beautiful' alternative to cheap-looking plastic saucers: 'Upscale your indoor plants'

It's just one solution for the problem of plastic.

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Researchers invent revolutionary type of plastic that can fully biodegrade on its own: 'I remember people laughing at the idea'