Scientists at Bath found that incorporating sugar units into polymers makes them more degradable when exposed to UV light

For our sake and the environment, there is a considerable amount of research into the reduction of plastic for many and various applications

Styrofoam egg cartons and many other common products are composed of polystyrene, a type of plastic that makes up a third of landfill waste.

Scientists have developed a new type of coating that, when applied on a plastic surface, prevents fogging and ‘self-cleans’

A research team has now introduced a new method for the production of protein-based plastics that are easily processable and biodegradable.

A pair of Rens’ first-generation ‘Original’ shoes contain 300 grams of coffee waste, the equivalent to 21 cups.

It's very difficult to tell the difference between different types of plastics, and this is what makes it difficult to separate and recycle.

'The 8th continent' is an award-winning design that recycles ocean plastic and is completely self-sustainable.

Tackling plastic pollution is the principle purpose behind the new shoe, but they also help the environment by aiding in reforestation.

Plastic amassing in floating islands in the oceans could be used to power the ships that are sent to clean them up.

PET plastic has long been a concern due to the sheer volume of plastic created globally and its impact on the environment.

Each year in the United States, millions of tons of plastic waste are discarded and not recycled, leading to serious environmental problems.

Plastic packaging is a huge problem in the US, and a main contributor to the 80 million tonnes worth of waste being produced each year

Agriculture byproducts can help produce eco-friendly, economical and environmentally friendly biodegradable plastics.

Researchers develop a method to reuse previously nonrecyclable plastic.

In support of Oceans Day, The Brighter Side of News has compiled a list of five top non-profit organizations that support ocean cleanup

wall of bubbles can intercept plastics in rivers and canals without blocking the passage of boats and marine wildlife.

Millions of tons of plastic end up in landfills every year. It's a big societal problem and an even larger environmental threat.

The growing list of “firsts” for Perseverance, NASA’s newest six-wheeled robot on the Martian surface, includes converting some of Mars'

Plastics are a part of nearly every product we use on a daily basis. The average person in the U.S. generates about 100 kg of plastic waste