A recent study highlights that nanoplastics generated from real-world plastic waste have a significant ability to adsorb heavy metal ions. This finding raises concerns about the environmental and health impacts of plastic pollution, particularly in freshwater and marine ecosystems.
Tag: Plastic Pollution
Coca-Cola Weakens Commitment to Reducing Single-Use Plastics
Coca-Cola has announced a scaling back of its ambitious goals to reduce single-use plastics, raising concerns among environmentalists and consumers alike.
Countries Fail to Reach Agreement in UN Plastic Talks
In a recent round of negotiations, countries were unable to reach a consensus on a global treaty to combat plastic pollution, highlighting the challenges of international cooperation on environmental issues.