Our roundup of the month’s most important stories
The microplastics map: which countries consume the most?
People consume microplastics through food and air. Recent studies have shown that the amount varies depending on your location. This microplastics map reveals which countries are consuming the most.
US state sues Coca-Cola and PepsiCo for plastic pollution
Baltimore takes legal action against plastic manufacturers, arguing they are responsible for plastic pollution harming the city’s environment and public health. Baltimore joins a growing movement holding plastic companies accountable for pollution and its health consequences.
EU warns “delaying tactics” will block the globals plastics treaty
The EU has warned that other countries’ delays are endangering the global plastics treaty. The key sticking point is whether to set targets to reduce plastic production. A small group of countries want to limit the agreement to addressing plastic pollution, while others want to include reducing plastic production and consumption.
Exposing the myth of chemical recycling
Unveiling the smoke and mirrors of pyrolysis, this article exposes how the plastic recycling industry inflates recycled content figures. While touted as a magic bullet, pyrolysis reduces new plastic production by a tiny per cent. The journalist dives into the calculations creating a misleading perception of its effectiveness.
How a small Pacific island cut plastic pollution
Vanuatu used to have a big plastic pollution problem, but after community pressure for action, the government banned single-use plastics. While there is still work to be done, it has made a big difference.
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