A thoughtfully curated collection of articles on innovative solutions, brought together to inspire and inform.
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The Dirty Dozen: How Plastic Has Infected Everything – Earth Day
Plastics degrade into toxic microplastics found in our bodies, food, and air. EARTHDAY.ORG calls for global cuts in plastic production by 2040.
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Fields of Reuse: If You Upcycle It, They Will Grow
Communities worldwide are turning farm plastic waste into opportunity, proving that innovation can turn yesterday’s problems into tomorrow’s solutions.
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5 Countries on 5 Continents Doing Plastic Policy Right
Lessons learned from countries across the globe leading efforts to end plastic pollution.
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Belfast venues unite to eliminate single-use plastic cups | The Optimist Daily
A bold step toward sustainability, Belfast sets the standard for entertainment venues in Ireland and the UK.
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Okra and fenugreek extracts remove up to 90 percent of microplastics from water | The Optimist Daily
Sticky plant-based polymers from okra and fenugreek can effectively remove up to 90 percent of microplastics from polluted water. Here’s how it works.
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Turning plastic into pain relief: scientists transform PET waste into paracetamol | The Optimist Daily
Scientists at the University of Edinburgh have developed a way to convert plastic bottle waste into paracetamol using genetically engineered E. coli.
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Are There Alternatives to Plastics? – Earth Day
Discover sustainable alternatives to plastics! Explore seaweed packaging, bioplastics, silicone, and emerging innovations that promise a cleaner future.
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The Impacts of a Plastic Bottle – FoodPrint
Read more about a new report that details the climate, health and human rights impacts of a plastic bottle.
