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Lego’s ESG dilemma: An abandoned plan to use recycled plastic bottles is a wake-up call for supply chain sustainability
The world’s largest toy manufacturer has built a reputation not only for the durability of its bricks but also for its investments in sustainability.
Plastic on the pitch: Artificial turf leads to marine pollution
A study from Spain shows how fibers from artificial turf, typically used in sports, can contribute to plastic pollution.
Scientists devise a method for removing microplastics from water
Adding compounds known as tannins to wood dust creates a filter that traps microplastic particles in water.
Local initiatives can help tackle plastic pollution at its sources
The Pune Pickers in India are a perfect example of amplifying a community’s existing sustainability efforts.
All lakes have been contaminated by microplastics, scientists say
Some of these lakes you think of as clear, beautiful vacation spots, but they are already polluted.
We can drastically cut plastic pollution, the UN says
As much as 80% of plastic waste can be eliminated within less than two decades.