Tag: Plastic pollution
8 months ago
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Toxic chemicals from everyday items are being absorbed by our sweat - and may raise cancer risk

More research needed into how much risk microplastic chemicals in our sweat pose but scientists agree they are a sign...

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about 2 years ago
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Boots pledges to phase out all plastic-based wet wipes by the end of the year

Eleven billion single-use wet wipes are used in the UK every year, according to the Marine Conservation Society

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over 2 years ago
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Crabs are hitching lifts on plastic hundreds of miles into the ocean and staying for years

The vast rubbish dumps of the seas are providing new habitats for coastal species - but scientists warn there may be ...

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over 2 years ago
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Single-use plastic plates and cutlery and polystyrene cups are set to be banned

The Government has launched a consultation with a view to banning these items from April 2023

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over 2 years ago
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Scotland's bottle return scheme to fight ocean pollution dould be delayed to 2023

The initiative would require shoppers to pay a 20p deposit when buying drinks in cans and bottles - with the fee refu...

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over 2 years ago
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Plastic pollution in the air can make allergies and diabetes worse, major study finds

Astro turf football pitches pose a particular plastic pollution risk as they are subjected to intense friction while ...

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almost 3 years ago
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Household rubbish is up by a fifth but our consumer choices can reduce waste and pollution

Scientists believe that Covid has changed our behaviour in a way that threatens to increase waste and threaten the cl...

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almost 3 years ago
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Brits are more concerned about plastic pollution than ever, survey finds

Almost 80 per cent are taking steps to use less plastic, finds the survey by City to Sea and Friends of the Earth

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almost 3 years ago
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Bacteria in cows' stomachs might hold the key to reducing plastic pollution

Researchers found bugs from bovine rumens effectively broke down plastic used to make bottles and clothing

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about 6 years ago
abcnews.go.com

Earth Day 2018: Everything you need to know

People around the world will come together this weekend to celebrate the planet we live on and to take action to prot...

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