Since the first synthetic plastic was invented in 1907, an explosion in the world’s population and increased consumerism over the last century have led to a massive demand for — and the production of ...

Twice a day, sirens sound at Cambodia's Chip Mong Insee cement kiln, warning limestone will soon be blasted from the karst mountain that overlooks the sprawling industrial site. White smoke billows ...

Scientists turn plastic bottles into supercapacitors that store energy fast and cheaply, cutting waste while powering future ...

We speak with former EPA regional administrator Judith Enck about her new book, The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It’s Too Late. “Scientists have found ...

Bambrew, a metamaterial innovation company, has developed packaging solutions using renewable materials like bamboo, seaweed, and other natural fibres. The idea is to ensure these products perform ...

Heating or storing food in plastic containers can cause chemicals to seep into your meals Plastic use is ubiquitous; from food containers to beauty products. However, research shows they may be doing ...

You brush twice daily, floss religiously and see your dentist every six months. But what if these acts of oral hygiene are quietly contributing to one of the planet’s most pressing environmental ...