Biodegradable packaging is an essential component of sustainable practices aimed at reducing environmental impact. As consumers become increasingly aware of the detrimental effects of plastic waste, ...

Mardi Gras participants throw beads to celebrants on Bourbon Street on Feb. 21, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Reporter Vibrant green, purple, and gold strings of beads are a staple of New Orlean’s ...

Switching to biodegradable plastics could slash toxic pollution by more than a third and dramatically reduce global waste by mid-century but only if cities and companies invest in the right disposal ...

Microplastics have emerged as a major environmental concern, prompting growing public awareness and increasing regulatory pressure. In response, industries are turning to biodegradable polymer ...

Nylon-based products such as clothing and fishing nets are notoriously slow to degrade, especially in marine environments, contributing significantly to global ocean pollution. A Korean research team ...

At the Centre for Sustainable Packaging & Bioproducts (CSPB) and the Sustainability and Health Research Hub (SHRH) at Technological University Dublin, scientists are pioneering new ways to reduce the ...

These examples underscore the high level of research and investment directed towards bio-based packaging solutions. While many of these innovations are still being tested and refined, they represent ...

The idea of a medical device that is fully recyclable or completely biodegradable appeals to many in the industry – even patients. Although progress has been slow, the medical device industry is ...

Pollution affects human health and the environment in many ways. Air, water, and land pollution continue to damage ecosystems, with conventional materials—especially plastics—being a primary ...

The COVID-19 pandemic brought on a drastic increase in handwashing practices. Soaps and sanitizers became more important than ever. Handwashing and other sanitation measures ensured our safety from ...