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Trash and plastic piles
10 November 2026
Everything You Need to Know About Plastic Offsets
Plastic credits let companies offset waste but the road ahead is a dead end.
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10 November 2026
THE GLOBAL PLASTIC TREATY IN GENEVA: A Rallying Cry, Not an Epitaph
Despite petro-states blocking progress at INC-5.2 in Geneva, civil society and high-ambition countries...
baby-plastic-waste
10 November 2026
The Dirty Dozen: How Plastic Has Infected Everything
Plastics degrade into toxic microplastics found in our bodies, food, and air.
Barbells in a gym
10 November 2026
Cutting? Start with Plastic
Here’s how to detox your gym routine and protect your body.
United States map
10 November 2026
Turning the Tide: 3 Types of Federal Bills Targeting The Menace of Plastic Pollution
Federal plastic policy reform is critical to combating pollution in the U.S.
Plastic food containers
10 November 2026
12 Common Household Plastics You Should Ditch This Plastic Free July
Here are common plastic household items with surprising hazards.
United States map
10 November 2026
7 Bits Of Good News You Should Know About the U.S. State Level Action on Plastic Pollution
See how U.S. states are tackling plastic pollution, and why stronger action is needed.
Green toothpaste on toothbrush
10 November 2026
5 Bizarre Microplastics Facts 
These bizarre facts reveal the unsettling absurdity of our global plastic problem.
Colored plastic bags
10 November 2026
Bagged and Gagged: The Battle Over Plastic Ban Preemption
A U.S. legal principle can make action on plastics more challenging in many U.S. states.
Child picking up plastics in a landfill
10 November 2026
Is Plastic Fueling Modern Day Slavery?
Plastic waste fuels trafficking by exposing vulnerable children to exploitation in global dumpsites.
Canada, Australia, France flags
10 November 2026
5 Countries on 5 Continents Doing Plastic Policy Right
Lessons learned from countries across the globe leading efforts to end plastic pollution.
Woman working in greenhouse surrounded by plastics.
10 November 2026
Fields of Reuse: If You Upcycle It, They Will Grow
Communities worldwide are turning farm plastic waste into opportunity.
George Davies.
10 November 2026
Paws Off Our Pets! The One-Year Anniversary of Pets vs. Plastics
We reflect on plastics’ impact while looking to the future of microplastic-free pet care.
Kitten wrapped in plastic.
10 November 2026
7 Ways to Get Plastics Out of Your Pets' Lives
Plastics degrade and emit phthalates and bisphenols, which are toxic to pets.
Beautiful beach with trash.
10 November 2026
Travel, Tourism, and Trash: Greece’s Battle with Plastic Pollution
Greece's booming tourist industry is fueled by plastic pollution.
Plastic bag in the ocean.
10 November 2026
Sinking Plastics: The Hidden Threat to Our Oceans
Much of ocean plastic sinks or suspends below the surface, threatening deep-sea ecosystems.
Welcome to New York sign.
10 November 2026
Will New York Lead the Way on Plastic Reform?
Examine New York's Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act targets plastics.
Strawberries in plastic packaging
10 November 2026
Plastic Packaging Is a Pain
Industry reforms, innovation, and policy shifts are key to curbing plastic pollution.
Jefferson Memorial and cherry blossoms.
10 November 2026
Turning the Tide on Plastic Pollution: The Recycling Refund & Litter Reduction Act of 2025
Exploring how bottle bills are reshaping recycling policy and reducing plastic pollution.
Kitten playing with plastic ball
10 November 2026
The Hidden Dangers in Pet Products: What Every Pet Owner Needs to Know
Discover the hidden dangers in pet products.
Baby wrapped in plastic
10 November 2026
Who Doesn’t Love Their Children? Protect Their Future: A Follow-Up on Babies Vs. Plastics
For National Love Our Children Day, we’re highlighting new research on microplastics and ways to protect...
Kitchen made of plastic
10 November 2026
6 Tips to Avoid Eating Plastic in Your Own Kitchen
From bottled water to cutting boards, microplastics are everywhere. Here are 6 easy ways to reduce plastic...
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10 November 2026
Why Back to Plastic is the Last Straw
With microplastics in our bodies and rising waste costs, cutting plastic by 60% by 2040 is essential...
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10 November 2026
Real Life Operation: How Plastics Live in Your Body
Microplastics pose risks for neurodegenerative diseases, respiratory issues, heart disease, and infe...
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