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We are going to highlight news related to harm caused by disposable plastics and also what are the new replacements are?

How artist George Nuku is tackling plastic pollution one installation at a time

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Rising Tides: Art and Environment in Oceania is now on display at the National Museum of Scotland. While some of the artwork on display undoubtedly addresses the “climate crisis in Australia and the Pacific Islands,” there is also a major secondary theme: plastic. The blurb defines it as “showcasing artworks created in response to this.” …

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LASTING DAMAGE: WHY CLEANUP IS ESSENTIAL TO TACKLE MICROPLASTICS

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To truly rid the oceans of plastic, our global community must do several things. We must make systemic changes to how we produce, consume, and manage plastic. We must also find ways to stop plastic emissions from entering the ocean, and we are pleased to see each of these recognized in the ongoing negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty. The …

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Philippines environmental group raises concerns over plastic pollution at INC3

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Civil society groups have addressed the urgent need to combat plastic pollution at the ongoing third session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution. One such organistion, BAN Toxics, expressed concerns over plastic pollution crisis Philippines is grappling with.  “The Philippines is at a critical juncture in the battle against plastic pollution. Our country’s unique biodiversity, …

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Alappuzha native makes a living by ridding Vembanad Lake of plastic pollution

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While the 58-year-old Suresh Kumar deserves appreciation for taking the initiative to gather trash, such as plastic bottles, sachets, glass bottles, and containers, it also highlights Vembanad Lake’s declining state as a designated Ramsar site. Suresh Kumar, a resident of the Alappuzha municipality’s Nehru Trophy ward, is rather proud of his ability to gather plastic …

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Science For Everyone: Plastic Pollution In India, And What The Govt Is Doing To Combat It

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Science for Everyone: This week, we discuss the extent of plastic pollution in India and the measures the government is doing to address this environmental problem in ABP Live’s science column.India’s Plastic Pollution: Welcome back to ABP Live’s weekly science piece, “Science For Everyone.” We looked at an interesting study last week that revealed our …

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East Chicago recycling company’s prototype could help turn plastics into fuel

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One group of entrepreneurs claims that a new initiative to recycle plastic bags could be a solution to the issue, following an I-Team investigation that revealed some of the shortcomings of the recycling programme. The recycling business Telfer Inc. in East Chicago, Indiana is the source of the prototype, which has the potential to convert …

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From Theory to Practice – Experts Discuss Progress of IAEA’s Initiative to Fight Plastic Pollution

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There might be more plastic in the ocean than fish by 2050. Solutions to assist restore oceans to a healthy, thriving state include radiation and nuclear technology. Additionally, specialists are coming up with creative ways to recycle plastic garbage and keep an eye on plastic pollution in the ocean. Through its NUTEC Plastics effort, the …

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Microalgae robots capture plastic pollution in wate

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Our rivers and oceans are becoming more and more contaminated by plastic garbage. Microplastics and nanoplastics are the little fragments that are left behind as plastics decompose in the environment. While nanoplastics are smaller than 1 micron, microplastics are smaller than 5 mm. These microscopic bits of plastic arise from microbeads and fibres lost during …

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Sponging Up Plastic Pollution

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Snuggles. Do they have any limitations? Dried natural sponges have been utilised by humans for thousands of years for a variety of purposes, including painting, cleaning, and even as contraceptive devices. Sponge material, whether natural or manufactured, excels at capturing minute particles within their numerous pores. Furthermore, as researchers from all over the world are …

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