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Corte Madera has taken steps to further restrict the sale of single-use plastic products. The Town Council voted 4-1 on Dec.

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Scientists are turning to milk proteins, starch, and nanoclay to create biodegradable plastics that break down quickly in soil. As concerns grow about damage to the environment and potential risks to ...

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The European Union is planning checks on imported plastics and other steps to support its recycling industry, the Financial ...

Silicone food storage bags keep food fresher for longer while reducing the risk of plastic contamination in the kitchen.

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Our world is awash in plastic. From single-use water bottles and food packaging to synthetic clothes, shoes, and even nail ...

Researchers led by Takuzo Aida at the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science (CEMS) in Japan have one-upped themselves in ...