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Arts-based research methods are bringing fresh perspectives as the world seeks much-needed solutions to plastic pollution.

As it travels around the ocean, plastic litter can harm wildlife and marine habitats in many ways. This study highlights five key hotspots where floating plastic poses the biggest risk.

Microplastics go largely unseen but are a scourge of the oceans. Filmmaker Jo Ruxton answers questions about the challenge of filming it.

Paper straws aren’t a viable alternative to plastic. But a single fail won’t change the trajectory.

Remote islands in the Indian Ocean are now strewn with plastic waste – the origin of this waste has until now not been established.

Lobbyists and petrostates want to avoid a strong focus on human health in the impending global treaty on plastic pollution.

Plastic waste expert Mark Miodowonik explains the history of plastic and why he believes manufacturers must be responsible for making sure plastic is recycled.

We found plastic waste in pellets seabirds regurgitated and lining the nests where they raise chicks.

Like the bronze and iron ages, plastic is defining an archaeological era.

Negotiations for a global plastic pollution treaty have hit on production limits for the first time.