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Engulfed in plastic: life is at risk in the planet’s oceans
Just five countries dump more plastic waste into the seas than the rest of the world combined.
Tiny spirals could help rid the oceans of microplastics
Tiny spring-like carbon nanotubes could break down microplastics in the oceans.
Senegal: Africa’s New Waste Warrior?
Speaking Monday on the sidelines of Eid prayers, Senegalese President Macky Sall reiterated his commitment to making his country into a trailblazer in environmental protection. “I want Senegal to be identified as one of the cleanest countries in Africa”, Sall
Plastic waste sickens and weakens foraging seabirds
Birds suffer from a variety of health conditions from health cholesterol to impaired kidney function.
Tens of thousands die from air pollution in the U.S.
Air pollution claims millions of lives around the world. That includes some of the richest nations.
Microbes may soon replace old water treatment methods
A company has come up with a simple and cheap solution to clean water by harnessing the power of microbes.