#Plastics Producers Lied to the Public About #Recycling Being Feasible, Report Reveals
#PlasticPollution
https://www.ecowatch.com/plastics-producers-recycling-deception.html
#PlasticPollution
https://www.ecowatch.com/plastics-producers-recycling-deception.html
EcoWatch
Plastics Producers Lied to the Public About Recycling Being Feasible, Report Reveals - EcoWatch
The plastics industry knew for decades that the widespread recycling of its products was not feasible, but continued to promote it.
The Hidden Dangers of Everyday Plastics: Scientists Link #Phthalates to 56,600 Preterm Births
#Babies #Preemies #Pregnancy #Childbirth #Plastics #PlasticPollution #GetToxicsOut #ChildrensHealth
https://scitechdaily.com/the-hidden-dangers-of-everyday-plastics-scientists-link-phthalates-to-56600-preterm-births/
#Babies #Preemies #Pregnancy #Childbirth #Plastics #PlasticPollution #GetToxicsOut #ChildrensHealth
https://scitechdaily.com/the-hidden-dangers-of-everyday-plastics-scientists-link-phthalates-to-56600-preterm-births/
SciTechDaily
The Hidden Dangers of Everyday Plastics: Scientists Link Phthalates to 56,600 Preterm Births
A recent study suggests that regular contact with chemicals found in plastic food packaging and numerous cosmetic products could be linked to approximately 56,600 premature births in the United States during 2018. According to the study's authors, the medical…
With #microplastics, scientists are in a race against time
#Health #PlasticPollution #GetToxicsOut
https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/03/11/microplastics-health-impacts-unknown/
#Health #PlasticPollution #GetToxicsOut
https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/03/11/microplastics-health-impacts-unknown/
Plastic Found Inside More Than 50% of Plaques From Clogged Arteries
#Plastics #Microplastics #PlasticPollution #GetToxicsOut
https://www.sciencealert.com/plastic-found-inside-more-than-50-of-plaques-from-clogged-arteries
#Plastics #Microplastics #PlasticPollution #GetToxicsOut
https://www.sciencealert.com/plastic-found-inside-more-than-50-of-plaques-from-clogged-arteries
ScienceAlert
Plastic Found Inside More Than 50% of Plaques From Clogged Arteries
This could be bad for heart health.
#Microplastics found in every human testicle in study
#Fertility #PlasticPollution #Plastics #GetToxicsOut
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/may/20/microplastics-human-testicles-study-sperm-counts
#Fertility #PlasticPollution #Plastics #GetToxicsOut
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/may/20/microplastics-human-testicles-study-sperm-counts
the Guardian
Microplastics found in every human testicle in study
Scientists say discovery may be linked to decades-long decline in sperm counts in men around the world
Each week we swallow a credit card-worth of plastic particles. Here's what they're REALLY doing to your body, and how to avoid them.
#Microplastics #PlasticPollution #GetToxicsOut
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-13455579/Each-week-swallow-credit-card-worth-plastic-particles-Heres-theyre-REALLY-doing-body-avoid-them.html
#Microplastics #PlasticPollution #GetToxicsOut
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-13455579/Each-week-swallow-credit-card-worth-plastic-particles-Heres-theyre-REALLY-doing-body-avoid-them.html
Mail Online
Each week we swallow a credit card-worth of plastic particles
Would you like a side-order of plastic with your meal? The chances are it will come with one anyway. Fortunately, scientists are beginning to suggest some useful solutions...
Lawyers to #Plastics Makers: Prepare for ‘Astronomical’ #PFAS Lawsuits
#PlasticPollution #Pollution #Chemicals #BigChemical
https://www.yahoo.com/news/lawyers-plastics-makers-prepare-astronomical-174742644.html
#PlasticPollution #Pollution #Chemicals #BigChemical
https://www.yahoo.com/news/lawyers-plastics-makers-prepare-astronomical-174742644.html
Yahoo News
Lawyers to Plastics Makers: Prepare for ‘Astronomical’ PFAS Lawsuits
The defense lawyer minced no words as he addressed a room full of plastic-industry executives. Prepare for a wave of lawsuits with potentially “astronomical” costs. Speaking at a conference this year, the lawyer, Brian Gross, said the coming litigation…
No more ‘paper or plastic?’ #California must close a loophole at grocery stores | Opinion
#Plastics #PlasticPollution
https://www.yahoo.com/news/no-more-paper-plastic-california-120000196.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall
#Plastics #PlasticPollution
https://www.yahoo.com/news/no-more-paper-plastic-california-120000196.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall
Yahoo News
No more ‘paper or plastic?’ California must close a loophole at grocery stores | Opinion
California’s ban on thin plastic bags at groceries did not prohibit thicker bags some stores now use. It’s time to get rid of all plastic bags.
A new study reveals how a decades-long effort to curtail plastic regulations by plastic producers could result in legal consequences.
#Plastics #PlasticPollution #PublicHealth #EnvironmentalHealth #GetToxicsOut
https://www.motherjones.com/environment/2024/07/plastic-manufacturers-may-have-broken-us-laws/
#Plastics #PlasticPollution #PublicHealth #EnvironmentalHealth #GetToxicsOut
https://www.motherjones.com/environment/2024/07/plastic-manufacturers-may-have-broken-us-laws/
Mother Jones
Plastic manufacturers may have broken US laws
A new study reveals how a decades-long effort to curtail plastic regulations by plastic producers could result in legal consequences.
Canada Crowdsources Ideas to Tackle Textile-Derived Plastic Waste and Pollution
#PlasticPollution #EnvironmentalHealth #GetToxicsOut
https://www.yahoo.com/news/canada-crowdsources-ideas-tackle-textile-140000141.html?soc_src=social-sh&soc_trk=tw&tsrc=twtr
#PlasticPollution #EnvironmentalHealth #GetToxicsOut
https://www.yahoo.com/news/canada-crowdsources-ideas-tackle-textile-140000141.html?soc_src=social-sh&soc_trk=tw&tsrc=twtr
Yahoo News
Canada Crowdsources Ideas to Tackle Textile-Derived Plastic Waste and Pollution
Environment and Climate Change Canada is soliciting ideas to help shape a plan to combat waste from textiles and apparel.
Shell quietly backs away from pledge to increase ‘advanced recycling’ of plastics
#Plastics #PlasticPollution #Recycling #Greenwashing
https://www.theguardian.com/business/article/2024/jul/17/shell-recycling-plastic-pledge
#Plastics #PlasticPollution #Recycling #Greenwashing
https://www.theguardian.com/business/article/2024/jul/17/shell-recycling-plastic-pledge
the Guardian
Shell quietly backs away from pledge to increase ‘advanced recycling’ of plastics
Energy giant promised to turn 1m tonnes of plastic waste into oil each year, but now says goal is unfeasible
Commentary: Plastic research needs independent scientists free of industry influence
#Plastics #PlasticPollution #Microplastics #EnvironmentalHealth
https://www.ehn.org/microplastics-health-effects-2668511515.html
#Plastics #PlasticPollution #Microplastics #EnvironmentalHealth
https://www.ehn.org/microplastics-health-effects-2668511515.html
EHN
Commentary: Plastic research needs independent scientists free of industry influence
A recent Washington Post article on microplastics highlights the ubiquity of the pollution.
"After California became the first state in 2016 to ban single-use plastic grocery bags, the thicker convenience totes that took their place as a reusable and recyclable alternative weren't reused and actually aren't recyclable.
In fact, the study finds, the total amount of trash from plastic bags that California sends to landfills has never been higher."
#PlasticPollution #California
https://www.foxnews.com/media/la-times-admits-california-plastic-bag-ban-actually-made-waste-problem-worse-unintended-consequences
In fact, the study finds, the total amount of trash from plastic bags that California sends to landfills has never been higher."
#PlasticPollution #California
https://www.foxnews.com/media/la-times-admits-california-plastic-bag-ban-actually-made-waste-problem-worse-unintended-consequences
Fox News
LA Times admits California plastic bag ban actually made waste problem worse: ‘Unintended consequences’
The Los Angeles Times editorial board wants a "do over" on California's plastic bag ban that actually led to more plastic waste across the state.
#Microplastics Invade Human Brains, Researchers Call For Global Emergency
#PlasticPollution #Plastics #PublicHealth #BrainHealth #GetToxicsOUT
https://www.ndtv.com/science/microplastics-invade-human-brains-researchers-call-for-global-emergency-6395977
#PlasticPollution #Plastics #PublicHealth #BrainHealth #GetToxicsOUT
https://www.ndtv.com/science/microplastics-invade-human-brains-researchers-call-for-global-emergency-6395977
NDTV.com
Microplastics Invade Human Brains, Researchers Call For Global Emergency
The global use of plastic has led to severe environmental contamination, with microplastics now found in air, water, soil, food, and human organs, including the brain.
#Microplastics discovered in human brains for the first time: What it means for our health
#Plastics #PlasticPollution #GetToxicsOut #BrainHealth #MentalHealth
https://www.psypost.org/microplastics-discovered-in-human-brains-for-the-first-time-what-it-means-for-our-health/
#Plastics #PlasticPollution #GetToxicsOut #BrainHealth #MentalHealth
https://www.psypost.org/microplastics-discovered-in-human-brains-for-the-first-time-what-it-means-for-our-health/
PsyPost
Microplastics discovered in human brains for the first time: What it means for our health
Researchers found microplastics in human brains for the first time. These tiny plastic particles may enter through food, water, or air, and could pose health risks, but further studies are needed to understand their effects.
The world is pumping out 57 million tons of #plasticpollution a year
https://www.yahoo.com/news/world-pumps-57-million-tons-150753027.html
https://www.yahoo.com/news/world-pumps-57-million-tons-150753027.html
Yahoo News
The world is pumping out 57 million tons of plastic pollution a year
The world creates 57 million tons of plastic pollution every year and spreads it from the deepest oceans to the highest mountaintop to the inside of people's bodies, according to a new study that also said more than two-thirds of it comes from the Global…