Plastic Waste News

The latest plastic waste news and a look at what is being done to reduce the presence of plastic waste, or plastic pollution, and the accumulation of plastic objects in the Earth’s environment.

Plastic surge in North Pacific Garbage Patch alarms scientists

Environment
A study has revealed a disturbing acceleration in plastic pollution within the North Pacific Garbage Patch.

Cellulose films: A game-changer for sustainable packaging

Environment
Discover how the Films for Future (F3) project seeks to end packaging waste with sustainable cellulose-based films.

Government and business leaders come together to accelerate global climate action

Environment
Governments and businesses joined discussions hosted by the UK government to galvanise global climate action ahead of COP29.

Distribution and significance of microplastics in the Arctic Ocean

Environment
Microplastics have reached even the remote Arctic Ocean, where they are found to be highly concentrated in Arctic sea ice.

Database compiles thousands of contaminated substances in plastic products

Environment
Plastic products contain a vast number of chemicals, some of which greatly impact the environment and human health. Read more here.

New study finds UK is in favour of banning single-use packaging

Environment
New research from City to Sea revealed 73% of the public wants to see the government take action against single-use plastics.

BPF roadmap calls for urgent action on UK plastic waste recycling

Environment
A new BPF Recycling Roadmap has been released, offering updated insights into the UK's plastic waste recycling targets and challenges.

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