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Join the EU’s largest annual environmental conference online now, which will explore how Europe can shift to more circular and sustainable models.
Issue 617: A study of bacteria on microplastics in nine European rivers shows salinity to serve as a barrier stopping serious pathogens travelling large distances on plastic debris.
My name is Els Herremans, I studied bio-engineering with a focus on agriculture and environmental sciences. I work as policy advisor for the plastics product chain OVAM, the Flemish public waste agency.
Athens, Greece – In an age where electronic waste is rapidly increasing and digital access is essential, Phones Without Borders, an initiative led by Julia Minder and the organization selfm. aid, is addressing both environmental and social challenges with one powerful solution.
The measures, which have now entered into force, will enhance resource efficiency, increase competitiveness and improve our economic security.
A new study has outlined how academia, government, industry, civil society and the environment can come together to tackle the growing challenge of microplastic pollution.
The formal application process will end on 21 February 2025.
After two years of negotiations and a week of talks in South Korea, UN member states failed to reach an agreement. Talks will continue in 2025.
Final negotiations on the deal start this week in Busan, South Korea, with the aim of tackling worldwide plastic pollution.
Most plastic in our oceans comes from rivers, so tackling that pollution at its source is essential. Find out how people are helping to do so.