Plastic pollution and climate change are often treated as two separate global crises. One clogs our rivers and oceans; the other heats the planet and drives extreme weather. But a growing body of scientific evidence shows these twin threats are…
Tea and How it Could Expose You to Billions of Microplastics
A warm cup of tea is often seen as a source of comfort, but recent research suggests it could come with an unsettling twistโbillions of micro- and nanoplastics per sip. Many tea bags are made with materials containing microplasticsโtiny plastic…
How Did Plastic Invade Our Oceans, and What Can We Do About It?
Take a look around you. The plastic in your life is impossible to ignore: food wrappers, water bottles, grocery bags, straws, and takeout containers. Now, imagine those same items washing up on a beach or swirling in the middle of…
