Scientists say hemp-based plastic could survive boiling water and break down without toxic fallout

A new study has demonstrated that hemp-based plastic packaging could revolutionize how people use and dispose of plastic.

This Kitchen Appliance Releases Nearly 3 Billion Plastic Particles Into One Cup, According to Researchers

Researchers say the findings underscore how everyday household products may contribute to daily exposure to nanoplastics and ...
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There's a surprisingly simple way to remove microplastics in drinking water

(Yurii Yarema/Getty Images) Tiny fragments of plastic are making their way deep inside our bodies in concerning quantities, particularly through our food and drink. But research suggests there is ...
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Your Cup of Tea Could Contain Billions of Microplastics From One Source

(Aurelijus U./Pexels) We know that microplastics are leaking into our drinks from bottles, beverage cups, and packaging, and now researchers have shown that plastic kettles can contribute to our daily ...
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Common kitchen appliance releases nearly 3 billion plastic particles into one cup

The kettle is one of those kitchen objects that lives in the background of the day. You fill it up, press the button, and ...