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Learn about new methods of reducing and recycling plastic waste with featured scientist: Anne McNeil, Chemistry Dept, University of Michigan.

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Oxford Chemistry researchers have developed a method to destroy fluorine-containing PFAS (sometimes labeled 'forever ...

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Global Recycling Day Date: This year, Global Recycling Day falls on Tuesday. Global Recycling Day, held annually on March 18th, is a day dedicated to acknowledging and promoting recycling as a ...

A consortium formed by representatives of industry, government and academia has set a target of using over 15% recycled plastic in the production of cars in Japan in 2031, and over 20% from 2036, it ...