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Plastic Waste
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Bioscience research provides tools for sustainable living
Established in 2023, the LIFE Research Institute at the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) is forging a…
Investigating microplastics in Georgia’s aquatic systems
The joint Environmental Toxicology & Chemistry Laboratory (ETCL) at Savannah State University (Savannah, Georgia, US) is collaborating with…
A territorial circular solution for the upcycling of waste generated by the agrifood industry
Agro2Circular is aimed at upcycling waste from the agrifood industry, creating effective enzymatic recycling technology for complex plastic…
Plastic surge in North Pacific Garbage Patch alarms scientists
A study has revealed a disturbing acceleration in plastic pollution within the North Pacific Garbage Patch. Researchers have…
A game-changer for sustainable packaging
Films for Future (F3) project seeks to end packaging waste with sustainable cellulose-based films. Films for future (F3)…
Leaders come together to accelerate global climate action
Business leaders, ambassadors, industry experts and representatives from the COP Troika governments of the UAE, Azerbaijan and Brazil…
Distribution and significance of microplastics in the Arctic Ocean
Microplastics have reached even the remote Arctic Ocean, where they are found to be highly concentrated in Arctic…
Database compiles contaminated substances in plastic products
Plastic products contain a vast number of chemicals, some of which greatly impact the environment and human health.…
New study finds UK is in favour of banning single-use packaging
New research released by environmental charity City to Sea revealed the public overwhelmingly wants to see the government…
Oxford Uni start-up’s ‘Atomic Scissors’ to combat plastic waste
Repolywise, an innovative start-up founded by Oxford University researchers, has unveiled its groundbreaking technology, ‘Atomic Scissors,’ designed to…