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Since the 1950s, billions of tons of plastic have been produced and much of it ends up in the environment – even at the bottom of lakes in Finland.
The new ban will raise awareness about the plastic crisis. But failing to provide viable alternatives may simply displace the problem, instead of addressing it
Sea glass, while an eye-catching treasure and a multimillion-dollar industry, exists because of decades of improper waste management.
Volunteers have been collecting and sorting washed-up rubbish on the beach for years. Thanks to their efforts, we have data on whether container deposit schemes help the issue.
Paper and bamboo straws contain ‘forever chemicals’ – maybe threatening the health of people and wildlife.
New research shows that relatively large microplastic particles can make their way into the body tissues of marine mammals.
It appears to be widespread among all sorts of different birds.
Some of the world’s most threatened birds are exposed to plastic pollution – even far out to sea.
A legal researcher studied court cases in 30 countries to see what works.
Four graphs that show us how humanity’s impact on the planet is growing.
Marine governance in New Zealand is fragmented, with several agencies operating under various statutes. But a more collaborative, ecosystem-based approach to better protect the ocean is emerging.
Polylactic acid – a popular bioplastic – does not readily break down when released into the ocean, and could disrupt marine ecosystems
Inflating your cars’ tyres properly isn’t just good for your bank account - it can minimise your environmental footprint too.
Arctic sea ice algae contaminated with microplastics have serious consequences for ecosystems and the climate.
A study shows that exposure to polyester microfibres inhibits growth in mussels.
Compostable food waste bin caddies are the main sustainable use for bioplastics at present. Almost all bioplastics are ending up in landfill.
Many marine animals, birds and fish are ingesting plastic. New research identifies the first named health effect from it.
Evidence suggests that Scotland’s bottle deposit scheme would prevent huge amounts of litter from entering the environment.
Nigeria’s incoming president must prioritise environmental protection to avert further loss of the country’s biodiversity.
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Professor of Ocean Policy and Economy, University of Portsmouth
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Assistant Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Toronto
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Senior Principal Research Scientist, Environment, CSIRO
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Lecturer in Resource Efficiency Systems, University of Leeds
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Professor of Sustainable Development, Keele University
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Professor, School for Resource and Environmental Studies, Dalhousie University
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Research Chair, Indigenous Approaches to Environmental Management, Keele University
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Lead Researcher - Global Plastics Policy Centre, University of Portsmouth
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Senior Lecturer in Sustainability and the Built Environment, University of Portsmouth
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Professor of Geography and Environmental Science, Memorial University of Newfoundland
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Research Fellow in Circular Economy Systems, University of Leeds
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Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
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PhD Student, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Toronto
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Postdoctoral researcher CSIRO, CSIRO
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Research Professor Ecotoxicology, North-West University
