Reusable nappies can reduce the environmental footprint of parenting – but only if they’re used with care
How to be more a more eco-friendly parent – it’s not as simple as ditching disposable nappies.
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The hidden plastic problem in your daily dental routine – and what’s being done about it
Why clean teeth may come at a dirty cost.
Health crisis: up to a billion tonnes of waste potentially burned in the open every year
Two billion people worldwide lack a dedicated system of waste collection and management.
Plastic, plastic everywhere – airborne microplastics are settling into the most remote corners of the globe
Researchers are uncovering how microplastic particles are carried in wind, rain and snow to remote regions of our planet.
We found microplastics in hedgehogs – then we traced them back to pet food
Many hedgehogs have become reliant on human-provided food.
Are retailers ‘bagging’ the 5p plastic carrier bag charge?
Ever wondered where the 5p you pay for plastic bags in the UK goes?
COVID‑19 home testing kits: should we be worried about their environmental impact?
Each home testing kit contains around 10 grams of plastic.
Glitter is ready‑made microplastic pollution – time to ditch it this Christmas
Five reasons to avoid glitter, even on Christmas cards or baubles.
Beach cleans aren’t just good for the sea – they can boost your mental health and encourage better behaviour
Litter reduces the beneficial effects of being by the sea.
Why can’t all plastic waste be recycled?
Every day we throw away plastic and every day we’re reminded of its environmental impact. Why can’t something be done about it?
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