How plastic‑eating bacteria actually work – a chemist explains
New research has found a way to speed up enzymes that break down the PET plastic in bottles.
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Microplastics have been found to interact with the gut microbiome – here’s what health effects they might have
If the gut microbiome is disturbed, it could jeopardise our gut health.
Wildlife, climate and plastic: how three summits aim to repair a growing rift with nature
Cali, Baku and Busan will host the conferences this autumn.
Seven Worlds, One Planet: why David Attenborough’s latest series disappointed me
In showing the natural world as untouched by human impacts and shying away from recommending action, Attenborough’s latest documentary falls short of its potential.
Plastic recycling is failing – here’s how the world must respond
Making less plastic and reusing what exists should be the priority.
UK government expands its ‘Blue Belt’ of protected ocean – but something’s fishy
The Blue Belt is a network of marine protected areas 17 times larger than the UK.
The ocean is not broken, but consumer behaviour is
In an emotional article making waves on social media at the moment, yachtsman Ivan Macfadyen reports seeing no marine life at sea, only floating rubbish, while sailing across the Pacific. He concludes…
Why ocean pollution is a clear danger to human health
Polluted oceans don’t just harm wildlife, they are a source of ill health for humans too.
An artist and a writer visited the English seaside during the pandemic – this is what they found
These ten drawing show the realities of life at the English seaside in 2021.
Plastic in drinking water: what are the risks to human health?
Research suggests much drinking water contains plastic microparticles.
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