"Alarming" levels of microplastic have been found in major rivers across Europe according to scientists in 14 studies ...

A new report by Oceana warns plastic foam has become an “ever-present part of modern life” and must be phased out at a local, ...

Plastic pollution along Australia’s metropolitan ... land use and greater disadvantage showed higher debris levels. Map shows most prevalent plastic waste items in each city (CSIRO) Australia ...

The world is littered with trillions of micro- and nanoscopic pieces of plastic. These can be smaller than a virus -- just the right size to disrupt cells and even alter DNA. Researchers find them ...

Widespread ocean pollution threatens the health of more than 3 billion people, international study led by Boston College researchers shows Ocean pollution is widespread and getting worse, and when ...

Boston College’s Global Observatory on Planetary Health is first to reveal town-by-town pollution levels and health impacts, including 2,780 deaths in 2019 Air pollution remains a silent killer in ...

They’re a big source of greenhouse gases. Here’s what to think about if you’re considering switching to electric. By Rachel Nuwer The metro region’s housing shortage is acute. But by ...

Feb. 27, 2025 — Microscopic plastic pollutants drifting through ... the disease even before symptoms occur. ... Exposure to Air Pollution Associated With More Hospital Admissions for Lower ...

BESA recommends monitoring your local pollution levels, keeping windows open for longer on days when pollution levels are lower and for less time when pollution levels are higher. You can check ...