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October 19, 2023

Green Energy Unlocked: Plastic Waste’s New Role in Hydrogen Production!

Rice University’s latest research breakthrough is stirring waves in both the environmental and industrial sectors, offering a fresh perspective on tackling the persistent issues of plastic waste and clean energy production. By

Europe·News·Plastic

France Delays Polystyrene Packaging Ban to 2030 Amid EU Regulations Shake-Up – What It Means for Manufacturers

The French Ministry of Ecological Transition is postponing the implementation of the planned January 2025 ban on non-recyclable packaging made wholly or partly of polystyrene (PS), as set out in the 2021 Climate and Resilience Law, to align with the

October 3, 2024

Oceans Engulfed by a Rapidly Increasing Plastic Smog Threatening Marine Life and Human Health

Ocean·Plastic·Pollution

According to a new study, the world’s oceans are polluted by “plastic smog,” made up of an estimated 171 trillion plastic particles weighing approximately

How a 76-Year-Old’s Invention Could Transform Billions of Tonnes of Plastic Into Clean Electricity

Energy·Plastic·Technology

An American inventor, 76-year-old Daniel Caris, claims he can generate fuel using plastic waste with his invention, the Carismatic Generator. The man, who resides

Artist Impression of Trash on Galapagos Islands.

Latin America·Ocean·Plastic

Galápagos Crisis: How 99% of Island’s Recyclable Waste Comes from Overseas Ships

According to the environmental organization Ecoagents, crew members of Chinese ships arriving to fish near the Galápagos Islands are throwing garbage into the sea. This waste has reached the shores of the

Govind Tekale

June 14, 2024

A plastic particle (red) is colonized by the marine fungus Parengyodontium album

Ocean·Plastic·Pollution·Science

Marine Fungus Solution to Plastic Pollution: Breaking Down Polyethylene at 0.05% Daily—What This Means for Our Oceans

Researchers at the NIOZ (Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research), among others, have discovered that a marine fungus can break down polyethylene, the plastic found at the bottom of the sea, as

Rahul Somvanshi

June 10, 2024

Colourful plastics may lead to more microplastics: new study. Photo Credits: University Of Leicester

Plastic·Pollution·Science

Study Reveals Red, Blue, and Green Plastics Degrade into Microplastics Quickly—What You Need to Know

As the world is gradually gripped by the effects of climate change and man made blunders, researchers have warned that brightly coloured plastics—red, blue, and green—are more dangerous than plain colours. This

Bilal Bhuttoand

Karmactive Staff

June 3, 2024

Plastic·Science·Technology

Microscopic Robots Capture 80% of Waterborne Microplastics and Bacteria – See How They Work

When plastic waste breaks down, it becomes even more difficult to remove from oceans and bodies of water. Microplastics have also infiltrated the food chain and can bind bacteria that may cause

Rahul Somvanshi

May 28, 2024

Microplastics Affects Reproduction in Organisms Photo Credits: Oregon State University (CC BY-SA 2.0 DEED)

Health·Plastic

Microplastics Found in 100% of Testicle Samples: Could This Be Affecting Sperm Counts?

A scientific study has found microplastics in the testicular tissues of all the men and dogs involved, which researchers believe could contribute to the significant decline in sperm count detected in men

Tejal Somvanshi

May 25, 2024

Detail of polystyrene, Photo Credit: Tohico (CC BY 2.0 DEED)

Plastic·Science

New Polystyrene Recycling Technique Cuts Emissions at $1.5/Ton CO2—Discover the Details

Engineers have developed a new process for recycling polystyrene, which could be the first practical way to make the material reusable. The team of chemical engineers from the University of Bath in

Rahul Somvanshi

May 25, 2024

Artist Impression of Microplastic on Finger, Photo Credit: Giganectar, {CC BY-SA 4.0 DEED}

Health·Plastic

Over 80% of Studied Clots Reveal Microplastic Presence—Links to Increased Stroke and Heart Attack Risks Uncovered

The patients, with an average age of 65, had diverse health and lifestyle histories, including smoking, alcohol consumption, high blood pressure, or diabetes. They used plastic products daily and were roughly divided

Tejal Somvanshi

May 24, 2024

A balancing tower game made from upcycled marine plastic waste.( Source: whoddesign )

Design·Plastic·Sustainability

Debris: Recycled Ocean Plastic Tower Game Saves 50,000 Pieces from Beaches

Nothing in this world is useless, but a designer can give seemingly useless things a new life. WHOD design has come up with balance tower game crafted from upcycled ocean plastic waste.

Rahul Somvanshi

May 23, 2024

A biocomposite plastic decomposes quickly in compost. Photo: Han Sol Kim.

Plastic·Science

Scientists Embed Bacteria in Plastic to Accelerate Biodegradation, Revolutionizing Waste Management

A study led by the University of California has proven that a bacteria with a plastic-based diet help reduce plastic pollution by embedding these microbes into thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU). This later helps

Rahul Somvanshi

May 6, 2024

Opinion·Plastic

2024 Earth Day Spotlight: ‘Planet vs Plastics’ Targets a 60% Cut in Plastic Use by 2040

To support environmental efforts, Earth Day is observed globally on April 22. It was first celebrated across US college campuses in 1970, months after a massive oil spill in Santa Barbara. The

Govind Tekale

April 27, 2024

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