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27 August 2026

THE GLOBAL PLASTIC TREATY IN GENEVA: A Rallying Cry, Not an Epitaph

Despite petro-states blocking progress at INC-5.2 in Geneva, civil society and high-ambition countries...

27 August 2026

The Dirty Dozen: How Plastic Has Infected Everything

Plastics degrade into toxic microplastics found in our bodies, food, and air.

27 August 2026

Cutting? Start with Plastic

Here’s how to detox your gym routine and protect your body.

27 August 2026

Turning the Tide: 3 Types of Federal Bills Targeting The Menace of Plastic Pollution

Federal plastic policy reform is critical to combating pollution in the U.S.

27 August 2026

12 Common Household Plastics You Should Ditch This Plastic Free July

Here are common plastic household items with surprising hazards.

27 August 2026

7 Bits Of Good News You Should Know About the U.S. State Level Action on Plastic Pollution

See how U.S. states are tackling plastic pollution, and why stronger action is needed.

27 August 2026

5 Bizarre Microplastics Facts

These bizarre facts reveal the unsettling absurdity of our global plastic problem.

27 August 2026

Bagged and Gagged: The Battle Over Plastic Ban Preemption

A U.S. legal principle can make action on plastics more challenging in many U.S. states.

27 August 2026

Is Plastic Fueling Modern Day Slavery?

Plastic waste fuels trafficking by exposing vulnerable children to exploitation in global dumpsites.

27 August 2026

5 Countries on 5 Continents Doing Plastic Policy Right

Lessons learned from countries across the globe leading efforts to end plastic pollution.

Woman working in greenhouse surrounded by plastics.

27 August 2026

Fields of Reuse: If You Upcycle It, They Will Grow

Communities worldwide are turning farm plastic waste into opportunity.

27 August 2026

Paws Off Our Pets! The One-Year Anniversary of Pets vs. Plastics

We reflect on plastics’ impact while looking to the future of microplastic-free pet care.

27 August 2026

7 Ways to Get Plastics Out of Your Pets' Lives

Plastics degrade and emit phthalates and bisphenols, which are toxic to pets.

27 August 2026

Travel, Tourism, and Trash: Greece’s Battle with Plastic Pollution

Greece's booming tourist industry is fueled by plastic pollution.

27 August 2026

Sinking Plastics: The Hidden Threat to Our Oceans

Much of ocean plastic sinks or suspends below the surface, threatening deep-sea ecosystems.

27 August 2026

Will New York Lead the Way on Plastic Reform?

Examine New York's Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act targets plastics.

27 August 2026

Plastic Packaging Is a Pain

Industry reforms, innovation, and policy shifts are key to curbing plastic pollution.

27 August 2026

Turning the Tide on Plastic Pollution: The Recycling Refund & Litter Reduction Act of 2025

Exploring how bottle bills are reshaping recycling policy and reducing plastic pollution.

27 August 2026

The Hidden Dangers in Pet Products: What Every Pet Owner Needs to Know

Discover the hidden dangers in pet products.

27 August 2026

Who Doesn’t Love Their Children? Protect Their Future: A Follow-Up on Babies Vs. Plastics

For National Love Our Children Day, we’re highlighting new research on microplastics and ways to protect...

27 August 2026

6 Tips to Avoid Eating Plastic in Your Own Kitchen

From bottled water to cutting boards, microplastics are everywhere. Here are 6 easy ways to reduce plastic...

27 August 2026

Why Back to Plastic is the Last Straw

With microplastics in our bodies and rising waste costs, cutting plastic by 60% by 2040 is essential...

27 August 2026

Real Life Operation: How Plastics Live in Your Body

Microplastics pose risks for neurodegenerative diseases, respiratory issues, heart disease, and infe...

27 August 2026

Eat, Pray, Love: How to Keep Chemicals Out of Valentines

Celebrate love without plastic!

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