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Brain may contain higher amounts of microplastics

Feb 4, 2025

What to know about storing leftovers in plastic

Dec 23, 2024

Plastic bags don't go in the recycling. What should you do instead?

You may have heard that recycling plastic grocery bags can jam up machinery, but what might not be as well known is that there are other ways to get rid of the stuff.

May 25

UC Berkeley chemists discover new way to break down plastics

Aug 30, 2024

Earth Day aims to raise awareness about health risks of plastics

Apr 22, 2024

Indiana recycling plant fire extinguished, health concerns remain

Apr 14, 2023

Most common material filling US landfills is food waste: EPA

Apr 12, 2023

'Definitely toxic': Indiana recycling plant fire could burn for days

Apr 12, 2023

Plastic gift cards on 'naughty list' this Christmas

Dec 7, 2022

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Good Bottle Refill and Dry Goods Refillery makes living a sustainable lifestyle easier

Mar 12, 2021

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New Jersey company manufactures Eco-friendly straws to protect marine life

Jan 17, 2020

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Water bottle warning: Can you start a fire if you leave a bottle of water in your car?

Jul 6, 2018

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Tyson recalls 3,120 pounds of frozen chicken that could contain small plastic pieces

Jun 9, 2018

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Bon Appetit bans plastic straws, stirrers at more than 1,000 restaurants, cafes nationwide

Jun 3, 2018

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Bon Appetit bans plastic straws, stirrers at more than 1,000 restaurants, cafes nationwide

Jun 3, 2018

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As UK aims to ban plastic straws, some Durham restaurants are already moving that way

May 2, 2018

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Jason Momoa shaves iconic locks to promote ocean protection, elimination of plastic bottles

Momoa co-founded a water company that promotes aluminum packaging and removes plastic from the ocean.

Sep 7, 2022

Mattel unveils first mass-produced retail toy line to be certified carbon neutral

Mattel's MEGA Bloks Green Town is the first mass-produced retail toy line to be certified as carbon neutral.

Apr 7, 2022

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Starbucks is planning to phase out its iconic cups to reduce waste

By 2025, the company wants every customer to be able to either use their own mug easily or borrow a ceramic or reusable to-go mug from their local Starbucks.

Mar 16, 2022

Durham to consider $0.10 per plastic bag fee at grocery, retail stores

Plans under consideration in Durham could drastically change your next shopping trip.

Oct 12, 2021

The Flaming Lips use giant bubbles to enforce social distancing at concert

Would you climb into your own plastic bubble to see live music again?

Oct 17, 2020