MICROPLASTICS APPEAR TO PROMOTE DEMENTIA
New research on the effects of microplastics on humans and other mammals shows significant behavioral changes.
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Is the Plastic Soup smaller than we thought?
According to new research, the plastics soup is smaller than previously thought. Is this the good news we’ve been waiting for?
Plastic found in the human heart
Microplastics are present in human heart tissue, the first evidence has been found. It is becoming increasingly clear that plastic is dangerous to human health and the health of our planet.
Good news: bans (finally) in sight
The government will investigate measures, including bans, to prevent certain plastic products from ending up as litter.
Major blow for INEOS as court strikes down €3bn plastics project
In an historic win for people, nature and the climate, a Belgian court has ruled that INEOS’s €3 billion plastics project in the Port of Antwerp, Belgium, is not legal. The project is now suspended.
Producing plastic from CO2
Produce only plastic based on CO2 captured from the air. This may well present a solution to both climate change and plastic pollution.
What are microplastic fibers and why are they dangerous?
From July 1st , plastic containers and cups will no longer be free. Will consumers simply pay more or will recycling become the norm?
Will the new rules on disposable plastic cups and trays have the desired effect?
From July 1st , plastic containers and cups will no longer be free. Will consumers simply pay more or will recycling become the norm?
Plastic Health Council as compass for UN plastics treaty
During the negotiations to flesh out an international plastics treaty, the Plastic Health Council’s white paper was presented in Paris
Call for blanket export ban of waste plastic from the UK
NGOs call for blanket export ban of plastic waste from the UK, in part because of the questionable role of the Netherlands.
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MICROPLASTICS APPEAR TO PROMOTE DEMENTIA
New research on the effects of microplastics on humans and other mammals shows significant behavioral changes.
Is the Plastic Soup smaller than we thought?
According to new research, the plastics soup is smaller than previously thought. Is this the good news we’ve been waiting for?
Plastic found in the human heart
Microplastics are present in human heart tissue, the first evidence has been found. It is becoming increasingly clear that plastic is dangerous to human health and the health of our planet.
Good news: bans (finally) in sight
The government will investigate measures, including bans, to prevent certain plastic products from ending up as litter.
