Raincoat Made From Plastic Bags
There are many countries across the world that sell water in plastic pouches. These bags are thrown away once used. It only adds on to the plastic waste that is massively generated
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 turning plastic waste into hydrogen, a clean fuel,
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
Oceans Engulfed by a Rapidly Increasing Plastic Smog Threatening Marine Life and Human Health
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
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
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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
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.
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
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
Coca-Cola, PepsiCo Lead as Five Corporations Generate 24% of Global Plastic Pollution
As a newly published study in Science Advances, five major companies account for 24% of global plastic pollution. Less than 60 multinational corporations are responsible for more than half of the world’s
AI-Powered Littercam on UK Roads: The £800 Million Litter Problem Meets its Match
The United Kingdom is making a significant advancement in the fight against the increasing amount of litter on its highways by implementing cameras equipped with artificial intelligence (AI). These cutting-edge gadgets are
Biopolymer Breakthrough at NC State: Ocean Resources Tackle Plastic Pollution
The world has been confronted with the challenges of climate change, particularly the need to reduce fossil fuel use to achieve climate goals. Researchers from North Carolina State University have discovered a
Bilal BhuttoResidential Activities Linked to Microplastic Surge in Oceans: IIT Madras Report
The IIT Madras review identifies the major source of microplastic pollution as residential houses. So far, municipal waste water has received much attention as the only cause, whereas this review article highlights
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An International team of Experts undertaking fundamental research has developed a way of using polyethylene waste as a feedstock and converted it into valuable chemicals via light-driven photocatalysis. In today’s world, the
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