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.

Plastics found in electronic waste (e-waste) are rarely recycled due to their complex composition and hazardous additives.

The number of microbial enzymes with the ability to degrade plastic is growing, in correlation with local levels of plastic pollution.

At a time when pollution represents a growing threat to the future of the planet, it is essential to improve our recycling processes.

'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.

More than 300 million tons of plastic waste are produced annually, which causes serious environmental issues because of plastic's life cycle

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.

On the street outside Peaches Kitchen & Bar, two translucent outdoor dining structures are now standing like oversized glowing lanterns.

Phra Mahapranom Dhammalangkaro made it his mission to turn the city’s plastic waste into robes and PPE for all of Thailand.

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

easyJet has announced that it is introducing a new uniform for cabin crew and pilots, each made from around 45 recycled plastic bottles