Premature or precautionary? California is first to tackle microplastics in drinking water
Huge gaps exist in scientific knowledge, but California is about to set the world’s first health guidelines for microplastics in drinking water. Yet no one agrees how to test water for the tiny bits of plastic, or how dangerous they are.
No more babies? The hormone-altering chemicals threatening human procreation
Sperm counts are set to reach zero in 2045, leading scholar Shanna Swan says.
Worn Out: The Fashion Industry's Big Oil Problem
A 2018 study found that textile production releases 1.2 billion metric tons of carbon equivalent greenhouse gases per year, which is more emissions than international flights and maritime shipping combined. And the problem is getting worse.
Environmental advocates call for ODNR public hearing
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources must provide a public hearing on Powhatan Salt Company LLC’s permit applications to carve solution mining wells from the Salina salt formation along the Ohio River in Monroe County, Ohio.
The Nature of Plastics: Explorations at the edge of the artificial
An NGO representative to the UN from the Women’s Book Association spotlights the harm done by plastics on the environment and ourselves.
Climate bill's recycling provisions draw cheers, criticism
Anti-plastics and waste reduction advocates are cheering a major new climate and energy bill in Congress, even as some industry members are critical.
Plastic Everywhere: The Way Podcast
Beyond Plastics’ Alexis Goldsmith talks to The Way podcast about plastics’ effects on the environment and ourselves.
Huge, Global Study of Plastic Toys Finds Over 100 Substances That May Harm Children
The potential health risks of chemicals used in plastic toys have had scientists concerned for years, but new research reveals just how widespread the risk of harm to children remains.
New science on microplastics suggests macro problems
With hundreds of millions of tonnes of plastic discarded into the environment over the past few decades, scientists are now learning that what is visible is only the tip of the plastic waste iceberg.
Plastic is part of the carbon cycle and needs to be included in climate calculations
Plastic pollution and climate change are two prominent environmental issues of our time.
A year into ban, plastic bags still an issue
It’s been just about a year since lawmakers banned reusable plastic bags, but the battle continues.
Casey Camp-Horinek, Ponca Tribe Elder, full interview on letter to Congress
Casey Camp-Horinek is an environmental ambassador, elder, and hereditary drumkeeper of the Ponca Tribe in Oklahoma. The Ponca Tribe was one of 257 signatories on a letter urging Congress to address plastic pollution and environmental justice in the next stimulus bill.
Chemicals in plastics damage babies' brains and must be banned immediately, expert group says
Phthalates, human-made chemicals in the plastics we use, are negatively impacting brain development in kids, according to a group of volunteer scientists, health professionals and child advocates.
Opinion: What Are Sperm Telling Us?
Scientists are concerned by falling sperm counts and declining egg quality. Endocrine-disrupting chemicals may be the problem.
Annie’s Pledges to Purge a Class of Chemicals From Its Mac and Cheese
Annie’s is working with suppliers to make sure its macaroni and cheese does not contain traces of chemicals called ortho-phthalates.
New action on horizon for sustainable materials management under Biden, experts predict
Recycling market development and food waste are among many issues stakeholders hope will receive renewed federal engagement, despite limited attention in the president's agenda to date.
Appalachia’s fracking boom has done little for local economies: Study
Appalachia's fracking boom has failed to deliver on promises of jobs and benefits to local economies, according to a new study.
The Maldives to ban single-use plastics by 2023
On the island paradise of the Maldives, tourists and residents produce 636 million pounds of garbage every year. It’s the first country to ban single-use plastic in an effort to end pollution there.
SOLID WASTE: Lawmakers rally around industry recycling proposal
Lawmakers and industry advocates unveiled a sweeping legislative plan yesterday aimed at streamlining recycling systems nationwide.
Environmental groups outline $1.3B worth of federal plastics reduction, recycling recommendations
More than 250 groups in the Break Free From Plastic movement are recommending 13 actions — worth a collective $1.3 billion in annual federal funding — they believe the Biden administration and Congress should prioritize in any future stimulus legislation.