Plastic

The Unintended Consequences of Bioplastics: How Paper Cups Can Be Equally Harmful as Their Plastic CounterpartsWhile paper cups are increasingly …

Scientific study warns that eco-friendly paper and bamboo straws may contain hazardous PFAS chemicals, posing risks to health and environmental …

Researchers utilize black soldier flies to create biodegradable plastics; the insects later decompose the plastics, supporting a circular economy.

Scientists genetically engineer bacteria to produce raw materials for recyclable plastics, presenting a greener alternative to petrochemicals.

Study reveals microwaving baby food containers releases billions of nanoplastics, potentially harming human health.

Unseen Consequence: The Hidden Environmental Toll of Strawberry FarmingRecent research has unveiled the unanticipated environmental ramifications of plastic mulch, a …

Study Reveals Compostable Plastic’s Troubling Longevity in the OceanA recent study has shed light on the surprising and concerning findings …

Researchers find that microplastics in Mongolia’s Tuul River carry high levels of heavy metals. Surface features enhance pollutant collection.

Study finds that bioplastics derived from sugar cane, touted as environmentally friendly, alter fish behavior, raising concerns about their true …

University of Cambridge develops solar-powered reactor converting CO2 and plastic waste into sustainable fuels, driving towards a circular economy.