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Agro2Circular: A territorial circular solution for the upcycling of waste generated by the agrifood industry

Learn how Agro2Circular upcycles agrifood waste, developing enzymatic recycling technology for complex plastics and organic waste

Plastic surge in North Pacific Garbage Patch alarms scientists

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

Cellulose films: A game-changer for sustainable packaging

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

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

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

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

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

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

ZeroF Project hosts webinar on PFAS-free solutions for textiles and packaging

The ZeroF Project is hosting a stakeholder webinar to address the need for PFAS-free solutions in the textile and packaging industries.

Rice University scientists engineer bacteria to break down PET plastic

Rice University researchers have developed a bioengineering method that can effectively break down PET plastic.

Oxford University start-up’s ‘Atomic Scissors’ to combat plastic waste crisis

Repolywise has unveiled its groundbreaking technology, 'Atomic Scissors,' designed to tackle the global plastic waste crisis.

Scientists urge 32% reduction in ocean plastic waste by 2035 to protect marine life

Kyushu University researchers are calling for a 32% reduction in ocean plastic waste by 2035 to protect marine life.

TUS pioneers industrial-grade, sustainable polymer solutions

TUS is developing low-carbon, industrial-grade plastic packaging solutions to address the increasing issue of plastic waste.

University of Waterloo 3D imaging technology transforms plastic waste recycling

Discover how 3D imaging technology is revolutionising plastic waste recycling by revealing the degradation of microplastics.

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