Japan collects some 30,000 to 50,000 tons of marine plastics from its coastlines each year, while an estimated 150 million tons of polyethylene, polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride, poly-this, and ...

Plastic pollution is a problem, and scientists have been searching for biodegradable options for years. But this novel material might just be the solution.

By Bobby Bascomb From the seafloor to turtle stomachs, scientists are finding plastic everywhere they look for it. Now, ...

Credit: Ilechukwu et al., 2026 ‘Plasticorals,’ pieces of coral rubble fused with plastic, are lasting signs of human activity ...

Plastic pollution is a growing problem in Japan, prompting cleanup efforts to recover plastic litter from water bodies. However, research on recovery rates from different river basins remains limited.

Plastic lost on the beach also continues its journey. Small fragments tossed by waves know no city boundaries or national ...

PARIS, April 24, 2026 /CNW/ - Canada and Japan have built a close and long-standing relationship, grounded in shared democratic values, strong economic ties, and vibrant cultural relations. At a time ...

National rules and standards, not consensus-based global governance, are what is reshaping plastic supply chains in Asia.

Plastic pollution is not only a marine litter issue; it is also closely linked to resource circulation and chemical management. Plastic products contain a wide range of additives, including ...

First, let’s get real: Not all plastic is bad. Bike helmets, car airbags, and many medical supplies made with plastic save ...

In the two decades to 2019, global plastic production doubled. By 2040, plastic manufacturing and processing could consume as much as 20% of global oil production and use up 15% of the annual carbon ...

Plastic pollution is an ever-growing problem in today's world, as most societies have become overly dependent on plastics for packaging, medical supplies, and general goods. Plastic litter ...