Myths about plastic pollution are leading to public confusion: here's why

Media coverage of the dangers of plastic pollution can distract from what is actually needed, says an author.

Lesley Henderson, Chair professor, University of Strathclyde • conversation
Nov. 20, 2023 ~8 min

Doing laundry by hand sheds just as many microfibres as machine washing – new research

Simply trying to avoid synthetic clothing won’t fix our microfibre pollution problem

Thomas Stanton, Axa Research Fund Fellow, Loughborough University • conversation
Oct. 24, 2023 ~8 min


Five tips for a sustainable Halloween

Halloween is a sustainability nightmare – but it doesn’t have to be.

Alice Brock, PhD Candidate in Environmental Science, University of Southampton • conversation
Oct. 16, 2023 ~7 min

Microplastics discovered in the body tissues of whales, dolphins and seals – sparking concerns for human health too

New research shows that relatively large microplastic particles can make their way into the body tissues of marine mammals.

Samantha Garrard, Senior Marine Ecosystem Services Researcher, Plymouth Marine Laboratory • conversation
Aug. 23, 2023 ~7 min

Decades of public messages about recycling in the US have crowded out more sustainable ways to manage waste

New research shows that Americans may have absorbed public messaging about the importance of recycling too well.

Shahzeen Attari, Associate Professor of Public and Environmental Affairs, Indiana University • conversation
July 24, 2023 ~10 min

Plastic pollution threatens birds far out at sea – new research

Some of the world’s most threatened birds are exposed to plastic pollution – even far out to sea.

Bethany Clark, Seabird Science Officer, BirdLife International • conversation
July 7, 2023 ~7 min

Protecting the ocean: 5 essential reads on invasive species, overfishing and other threats to sea life

Humans rely on the ocean for food, jobs and other resources, but these systems are being stressed to the brink.

Jennifer Weeks, Senior Environment + Energy Editor, The Conversation • conversation
June 6, 2023 ~9 min

Plastic recycling is failing – here's how the world must respond

Making less plastic and reusing what exists should be the priority.

Stephanie Northen, Research Associate, Revolution Plastics, University of Portsmouth • conversation
May 30, 2023 ~7 min


Biodegradable plastic in clothing doesn't break down nearly as quickly as hoped – new research

Polylactic acid – a popular bioplastic – does not readily break down when released into the ocean, and could disrupt marine ecosystems

Muhammad Ali, Senior Lecturer in Civil Engineering, University of Portsmouth • conversation
May 24, 2023 ~7 min

Check your tyres: you might be adding unnecessary microplastics to the environment

Inflating your cars’ tyres properly isn’t just good for your bank account - it can minimise your environmental footprint too.

Samantha Garrard, Marine Ecosystem Services Researcher, Plymouth Marine Laboratory • conversation
May 19, 2023 ~7 min

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