Tag: plastics

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Plastic in every drop: uncovering microplastics contamination in freshwater systems

The alarm bells over microplastics in our waters have been ringing loud and clear, spotlighting one of the modern world’s pressing environmental predicaments. With over 8 million tonnes of plastic winding up in our oceans annually, the enduring nature of

The EU’s new packaging paradigm: a balancing act of sustainability and controversy

The European Union’s latest legislation on packaging waste regulation represents a watershed moment in the battle against environmental degradation. It proposes a far-reaching overhaul that seeks to reduce packaging waste by a significant 15% by the year 2040. This ambitious