Plastic

October 19, 2023

Green Energy Unlocked: Plastic Waste’s New Role in Hydrogen Production!

Rice University’s latest research breakthrough is stirring waves in both the environmental and industrial sectors, offering a fresh perspective on tackling the persistent issues of plastic waste and clean energy production. By

Ocean·Plastic·Pollution

Oceans Engulfed by a Rapidly Increasing Plastic Smog Threatening Marine Life and Human Health

According to a new study, the world’s oceans are polluted by “plastic smog,” made up of an estimated 171 trillion plastic particles weighing approximately 2.3 million tons. Global data collected between 1979 & 2019 from nearly 12,000 sampling points in

March 14, 2023

When Plastic Turns to Stone: Trindade Island Discloses Harrowing Reality of Ocean Pollution

Nature·Plastic·Science

Brazil’s Trindade Island, an isolated volcanic refuge about 1,140 km away from the mainland, has always held a magnetic appeal for scientists. However, the

Microplastics in the Heart? Scientists Make a Disturbing Discovery!

Health·Plastic

Scientists in China have made a startling discovery: microplastics are present in human heart tissues. This revelation emerged from a pilot study conducted on

Representative Image: Plastic straws. Photo Source: Chemist 4 U (Flickr)

Plastic·USA

Trump Reverses Paper Straw Policy in Federal Facilities

President Donald Trump wants plastic straws back in civil structures. His February 10, 2025 order stops government services from buying paper straws. The change reverses rules set by President Biden to phase

Govind Tekaleand

Karmactive Staff

February 21, 2025

Representative Image. Clear Plastic Container and Glass Jars on a Kitchen Counter. Photo Source: RDNE Stock project (Pexels)

Plastic·Recycle

FDA’s New Guidelines: Bring Your Own Reusable Containers to Restaurants and Grocery Stores

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has made it simpler to use your own containers at restaurants and grocery stores. This change, the first major update since 2013, means you can now

Govind Tekale

February 8, 2025

Mananalu water filling machine with Boomerang System. Photo Source: Mananalu

Plastic

Aquaman Jason Momoa’s Hawaii Water System: 500 Bottles/Hour, 95% Carbon Cut, Plastic Waste Reduced

“Aquaman” star Jason Momoa is tackling real-world ocean pollution with a new water system that could help cut down plastic waste in Hawaii’s hotels. His company Mananalu has joined forces with Boomerang

Tejal Somvanshi

February 1, 2025

Plastic

What Your Plastic Bottles Are Doing to the Planet

Every time you pick up washing-up liquid or shampoo at the supermarket, you’re part of a larger environmental story. Recent data shows a shocking truth: of all the plastic bottles used for

Rahul Somvanshi

January 20, 2025

Representative Image. Glass teacup with tea bag. Photo Source: Conger Design (Pixabay)

Health·Plastic

Tea Bags Release Billions of Microplastics into Your Brew, Study Reveals: Calculate Your Tea Microplastic Exposure

A concerning new study by the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB) has revealed that commercial tea bags release billions of microplastic and nanoplastic particles during brewing, raising serious questions about daily exposure

Rahul Somvanshiand

Tejal Somvanshi

January 1, 2025

Plastic

Mealworms Consume 150 Microplastic Particles Each in 30 Days

A recent study by University of British Columbia researchers reveals mealworms can consume and process microplastics from face masks, presenting a possible biological approach to tackle the growing microplastic pollution crisis. Dr.

Rahul Somvanshi

December 30, 2024

Plastic

Remote Sensing Innovation Tracks Plastic Pollution in Freshwaters

University of Minnesota researchers have developed a remote sensing method to monitor plastic debris in freshwater environments, addressing a critical gap in environmental monitoring capabilities. The research, published in Nature, presents a

Rahul Somvanshi

December 25, 2024

Caption:To combat global micronutrient deficiency crises, MIT researchers developed novel materials that protect fragile nutrients under harsh cooking and storage conditions. The microparticles seen here are made of biodegradable polymers that dissolve in the stomach to release encapsulated vitamins and minerals. Credits:Credit: Linzixuan (Rhoda) Zhang, David Mankus, Dhruv Varshney, Ruiqing Xiao, Shahad Alsaiari, Abigail Lytton- Jean, Robert Langer, Ana Jaklenec

Beauty·Plastic

MIT’s Biodegradable Polymers Aim to Replace Microplastics in Beauty Products

In a development that could reshape the beauty and personal care industry, MIT chemical engineers have created biodegradable polymers to replace microplastic beads found in cleansers and cosmetics. These new materials break

Karmactive Staff

December 18, 2024

Representative Image. Plastic at the recycling centre. Photo Source: Engin Akyurt (Pexels)

Plastic·Recycle

LG Chem’s Dangjin Plant Converts 10 Tons of Plastic Waste into 8 Tons of Pyrolysis Oil Using Supercritical Technology

In an era where plastic waste management demands urgent solutions, LG Chem has established a commercial pyrolysis plant in Dangjin, South Korea. The facility, operating with a 20,000-ton annual capacity, employs supercritical

Karmactive Staff

December 17, 2024

Caption: Representative Image. Field covered in Plastic Bags and other trash. Photo Source: Sohail Nawaz (Pexels)

Plastic·Pollution·World

Global Plastic Treaty Blocked: 200 Nations Fail to Act as Microplastics Surge and Output Hits 736 Million Tons by 2040

Approximately 200 nations participating in a United Nations-sponsored meeting in Busan, South Korea, failed to reach an agreement to stop plastic pollution after two years of negotiations, though they secured guarantees for

Karmactive Staff

December 6, 2024

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