Delegates from 175 countries gather in Geneva to negotiate a groundbreaking treaty aimed at tackling the escalating plastic pollution crisis, but disagreements over production limits and waste management threaten progress.
As UN negotiations in Geneva enter their final day, nations grapple with a landmark treaty to tackle the escalating plastic pollution crisis. Will they deliver a binding agreement?
A grotesque 'island' of wet wipes has formed in the River Thames near Hammersmith Bridge, highlighting London's growing plastic pollution crisis. Experts warn of ecological disaster as the artificial mound disrupts river flow and harms wildlife.
Negotiations for a landmark global treaty to tackle plastic pollution have stalled, leaving delegates scrambling to reach an agreement before the deadline.
New research highlights the hidden danger of microplastics in tea bags and coffee, raising health concerns for millions of daily drinkers.
Tiny plastic pellets known as nurdles are inundating Kerala's shores, crippling local fisheries and sparking environmental outrage. Discover how this microplastic menace is bypassing regulations and what activists are demanding.
New research exposes alarming levels of microplastics in popular tea brands, with luxury labels showing the worst contamination. Experts warn of potential health risks.
Italy has launched a unique museum dedicated to plastic pollution, showcasing faded relics from beaches and oceans to highlight the urgent environmental crisis.
As global negotiators gather in Geneva to tackle the plastic pollution crisis, a surge in fossil fuel lobbyists raises concerns over industry influence on the treaty's outcome.
Environmental campaigners raise concerns as more than 200 fossil fuel and chemical industry lobbyists attend UN plastic treaty negotiations, potentially undermining efforts to tackle plastic pollution.
New research warns that long-term exposure to air pollution may significantly increase the likelihood of developing dementia, with vulnerable groups most at risk.
Experts reveal that chemical pollution poses a threat on par with climate change, urging immediate global action to curb 'novel entities' before irreversible damage occurs.
A young black bear in Wisconsin was rescued after being trapped with its head stuck in a plastic jar for over a day. Wildlife officials and locals worked together to free the distressed animal.
The world is drowning in plastic waste, and urgent international cooperation is needed to tackle this environmental disaster. Here's why we must act now.
As world leaders gather in Paris for the final round of talks on a landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution, tensions rise over key issues like production caps and waste management. Will a deal be reached?
A top environmental scientist warns that upcoming UN negotiations on plastic pollution must result in a bold, enforceable treaty to tackle the global crisis effectively.
A new report highlights the devastating health impacts of the $15tn plastic pollution crisis, affecting every stage of human life. Find out how plastics are harming us all.
Two years after the collapse of Australia's RedCycle recycling program, soft plastics continue to wreak havoc on the environment, with millions of tonnes ending up in landfills and waterways.
New report reveals shocking amounts of abandoned inflatables and plastic waste left at UK beaches, sparking environmental concerns.
New research uncovers the alarming levels of microplastics in household air, raising health concerns for families across the UK.
East Midlands Airport has been hit with a hefty £280,000 fine after failing to prevent pollution incidents. Discover the details behind the penalty and what it means for the airport's environmental commitments.
A new analysis reveals that a mere 0.5% of 90,000 oil spills were reported over five years, raising serious environmental and regulatory concerns.
New research reveals that tyre wear is a major contributor to microplastic pollution, with alarming impacts on the environment and human health. Discover the unseen threat on our roads.
Leaked documents reveal how fossil fuel lobbyists outnumbered delegates at critical UN plastic pollution negotiations, watering down potential bans on harmful polymers.
Ku-ring-gai Council is under fire after reports of pollution violations. Residents and environmental groups demand accountability and urgent action.
New research reveals a troubling connection between PFAS chemicals in everyday plastics and increased diabetes risk, urging immediate regulatory action.
New research reveals that metal bottle caps can release microplastics into beverages, raising concerns over contamination and health risks.
New research reveals that even biodegradable wet wipes contribute to microplastic pollution, raising concerns over their environmental impact.
New research reveals UK air pollution is declining, but harmful breaches of safety limits remain frequent, posing serious health risks.
A damning report reveals how rollbacks under the Trump administration continue to impact Ohio's environment, with pollution levels still dangerously high in key industrial areas.