Every year, more than 8 million tons of plastic enter the ocean - bags, cups, straws, and many other items from the daily life of every person. But despite such a tremendous figure, scientists have ...

The UN's environment chief insists that a landmark global treaty tackling plastic pollution remains achievable, despite talks ...

Not-so-fun fact: our oceans hold 150 times more carbon dioxide than the Earth's atmosphere. Adding to that causes ocean ...

New research has shown that blue sharks’ intestines act like temporary holding tanks, trapping fibers long enough to build up significant amounts. Their epic migrations mean they can spread these ...

Seven states have adopted Extended Producer Responsibility laws to make companies pay for their plastic. One industry leader ...