A three-year study recently published in the journal Community Science finds that about 96% of litter North Carolina waterkeeper organizations and their volunteers removed from trash traps were ...

Most plastic labeled recyclable isn’t actually recycled. Instead, it usually ends up in landfills or as litter, breaking down ...

In this detailed tutorial, learn how to make a plastic bottle cutter at home with materials you likely already have. This simple DIY project is perfect for recycling enthusiasts looking to repurpose ...

As healthcare workers, we also have work to do with respect to our own plastic pollution. Anyone who's spent time in a ...

“In a big step for the planet and humanity, the St Tropez club is leading by example by rebelling against the need for single ...

These tiny plastic particles, often smaller than a grain of rice, have infiltrated the food we eat, the water we drink, and the air we breathe, raising urgent questions about health, environmental ...

Ask your dry cleaner to skip the thin plastic wrap and hang your clothes uncovered. Bring a reusable garment bag to protect ...

Nearly a quarter of all plastic bottles carrying a deposit were not returned last year, leaving consumers €139 million out of pocket, figures from deposit scheme operator Verpact show. In 2024, 77% of ...

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a bid to promote responsible waste disposal, the Kerala State Beverages Corporation Limited (Bevco) is rolling out its plastic bottle return scheme from Wednesday. The pilot ...

A French bulldog has become an internet sensation in southern China after earning over 10,000 yuan (US$1,400) in five years by diligently collecting plastic bottles for its owner. It has captivated ...

A team of chemists has discovered how to transform PET plastic waste into BAETA, a material that captures CO2 with remarkable efficiency. Instead of ending up as microplastics in the environment, ...

As Jamaicans embrace sustainability, the surge in reusable water bottle use — metal, plastic, and glass — is worth celebrating. But convenience and eco-friendliness shouldn’t come at the cost of ...