From soil to slugs to songbirds – how plastic is moving through ecosystems
Scientists have tracked microplastics in small creatures in the UK.
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Ocean plastic: clean it up, but avoid the mistakes of global climate policy
We should look instead at the successful fight to save the ozone layer.
How birds are spreading plastic pollution
Certain birds ingest more plastic waste, which causes them harm while transporting it to different locations.
Coronavirus face masks: an environmental disaster that might last generations
As face marks and coverings become compulsory worldwide, littering and their potential impact on the environment increases.
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.
COP24: how a plastics treaty could clean up our oceans
While the world gathers to negotiate on climate change, governments must recognise the public desire for action on plastic pollution and work together to solve it.
When biodegradable plastic is not biodegradable
Biodegradable bags still strong enough to carry shopping after three years in the ground show that ‘biodegradability’ isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.
Cigarette butts are the forgotten plastic pollution – and they could be killing our plants
Our experiment shows we need to work out just how damaging discarded cigarettes are to plantlife.
Five tips for a sustainable Halloween
Halloween is a sustainability nightmare – but it doesn’t have to be.
Plastic recycling is failing – here’s how the world must respond
Making less plastic and reusing what exists should be the priority.
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