Micro plastics

One of the main problems is the lack of ready, cheap alternatives to the imperishable material that is now part of the air we breathe and the water we drink

Microplastics are everywhere as of late — in the ocean, the air, our foods, and now the human body. Experts weigh in on how to avoid the tiny plastic.

After discovering that 170 types of seafood contained traces of microplastics, Greenpeace East Asia decided to put 30 of the world’s biggest cosmetic and personal care brands to the test.

Microbes take up residence on ocean plastics, potentially causing changes in ocean environments.

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What is our hidden consumption of microplastics doing to our health?

As small as a grain of dust—but of great global significance. The word microplastics is familiar to many, but the dangers are virtually unexplored. In recent years, plastic pollution has become an ever-increasing burden on the environment. Countless videos and media reports draw attention to this problem. While the dangers of large plastic pieces for animals are impossible to overlook, there is practically nothing about the dangers posed by microplastics. But what are microplastics anyway?

Hidden just beneath the surface of the ocean is a world where tiny ocean creatures must navigate a dense world of plastic soup.

Approximately 57 million tons of plastic pollution is released into the planet annually, researchers say, noting that it could be associated with health risks.

To offer a new perspective on environmental photography, Invitation to Invade steers clear of documentary and photojournalism styles.

We've found many water bottle issues and have formulated our top 5 reasons to stop using plastic and switch to reusable water bottles NOW!

I’ve seen this picture of Kamilo Beach on the Big Island of Hawaii a million times in the past six years. It’s shocking. But not as shocking as seeing a plastic-covered beach up close l…

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A “magnet” that attracts and holds onto microplastic particles could help to clean up environments polluted by plastic waste.

20+ super simple and efficient ways to reduce Microplastics pollution from everyday lifestyle choices including fashion, food, and more!

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Synthetic fibers could be a wonderful thing. Their production requires far less water than cotton and they don’t require toxic pesticides to grow. But does that make them environmentally friendly? Sadly not.

No human organ is safe from microplastic contamination, it seems — not even the testicles.

We are exposed to microplastics in food, soil, water, and even the air. We eat, drink, and breathe them, so how can we avoid them?