Online shopping drives plastic bag use to 1.8 billion
New data reveals a sharp 18% rise in plastic bag usage across England, driven by the surge in online grocery deliveries from major retailers like Ocado.
Category : Plastics
Plastic Bag Sales Rise, Reversing a Decade of Progress
A decade after the 5p plastic bag charge was introduced, sales have risen for the first time, with supermarket home deliveries identified as the primary cause. New government data reveals a 7% year-on-year increase, sparking calls for stricter regulations
Australia's plastic waste surges as recycling fails
New data reveals Australia's plastic waste has surged by 18%, while recycling rates remain stagnant, creating an environmental crisis. Experts warn of urgent need for policy reform.
Mysterious 'Debris Balls' Wash Ashore on Central Coast
Strange, spherical objects made of tar and plastic are mysteriously washing up on Central Coast beaches, prompting an urgent investigation by environmental authorities. Locals are urged to avoid contact.
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Mysterious 'Debris Balls' Invade NSW Central Coast Beaches
Beachgoers on the NSW Central Coast are baffled by the sudden appearance of bizarre, tightly-packed 'debris balls' washing ashore. Authorities are investigating the unusual phenomenon and potential environmental impacts.
Eco Shower Gel Sells Out: Get 15% Off OIR's Solid Bar
Discover OIR's revolutionary solid shower gel bar, the eco-conscious alternative flying off UK shelves. Get the inside scoop on the plastic-free product and an exclusive 15% discount.
Washing-Up Liquid Hack Banishes Flies For Good
Discover the simple and cheap household hack using Fairy Liquid to create a powerful fly repellent. Experts reveal why it works and how to use it effectively to keep your kitchen pest-free.
Ella Emhoff launches anti-plastic campaign in climate fight
Ella Emhoff, stepdaughter of US Vice President Kamala Harris, is making waves in the climate fight with her bold new initiative targeting single-use plastics. Discover how she's turning fashion influence into environmental action.
Ella Emhoff's Climate Hypocrisy Exposed
Ella Emhoff, stepdaughter of US Vice President Kamala Harris, faces accusations of staggering hypocrisy after being photographed with multiple plastic bags just days after lecturing the public on 'climate anxiety' and the need for radical eco-friendly liv
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The £1 Shower Screen Cleaning Secret
Discover the simple, budget-friendly cleaning hack using a common household item that banishes limescale and soap scum for good. No more expensive sprays or endless scrubbing!
Plastic additives threaten male fertility, experts warn
Scientists urge governments to address the alarming decline in male fertility linked to harmful chemicals in plastics. Find out what needs to be done.
Why the world can't solve its plastic crisis
Despite global awareness, plastic pollution continues to rise. Experts explain the systemic failures and what must change to tackle this environmental crisis.
UK considers ban on single-use vapes
The UK government considers banning disposable vapes due to environmental concerns, as millions are discarded improperly each week.
Plastic pollution treaty talks end in failure
International negotiations for a landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution have collapsed, leaving environmentalists frustrated as nations fail to reach consensus.
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Plastics Treaty Collapses After Petrostates Block Deal
Despite high hopes, international talks on a global plastics treaty have failed due to opposition from oil-producing nations. Here’s why we must keep fighting for change.
UN plastic treaty talks begin in Geneva
Global negotiators gather in Geneva for critical UN talks on a legally binding treaty to tackle plastic pollution. Will this be the turning point in the fight against the plastic crisis?
UN plastic treaty talks reach decisive final day in Geneva
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?
Microplastics found in tea and coffee - health risk?
New research highlights the hidden danger of microplastics in tea bags and coffee, raising health concerns for millions of daily drinkers.
Lagos battles growing styrofoam environmental crisis
Lagos, Nigeria's bustling megacity, faces an escalating environmental disaster as styrofoam waste clogs waterways and landfills. Experts call for urgent action to avert long-term ecological damage.
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Toxic 'Forever Chemicals' Threaten Global Health
A shocking study reveals over 100 million hazardous PFAS chemicals contaminating our environment, with severe health risks including cancer and infertility. Experts demand urgent global action.
Sydney club faces backlash over Aboriginal land claim
A historic Sydney bowling club is embroiled in controversy after rejecting an Aboriginal land claim, sparking outrage and debate over cultural recognition.
Thames 'Wet Wipe Island' clean-up shocks London
A massive clean-up operation has removed a grotesque 'wet wipe island' from the River Thames, exposing London's growing sewage pollution crisis. Discover how this environmental eyesore formed – and what's being done to stop it.
Premium teas contain highest microplastic levels
New research exposes alarming levels of microplastics in popular tea brands, with luxury labels showing the worst contamination. Experts warn of potential health risks.
Fossil fuel lobbyists swarm plastics treaty talks
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.
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200+ lobbyists at UN plastic talks hinder progress
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.
Lichfield man caught fly-tipping faces court
A man from Lichfield was caught on camera illegally dumping waste, leading to a court trial. The footage went viral, sparking outrage over fly-tipping in the UK.
10 Plastic-Free Kitchen Swaps for Eco-Conscious Homes
Discover easy and sustainable alternatives to plastic in your kitchen, helping you reduce waste and live more eco-consciously.
Couple drives 50 miles to dump kids' toys in stranger's garden
A couple drove 50 miles to illegally dump their children's old toys in a stranger's garden, leaving the homeowner furious and authorities investigating.
Vape waste crisis hits UK beaches
Beach clean volunteers report a sharp rise in disposable vapes littering UK coastlines, raising environmental and health concerns.
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Global action needed now on plastic pollution crisis
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.
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