Waste isn’t new, and neither is humanity’s role in creating it. Since the dawn of industrialization, our ability to pollute has scaled alongside our innovations. In 1862, British inventor and ...

Not all plastics are equal -- some types and colors are easier to recycle than others. For instance, black foam and black coffee lids, which are often made of polystyrene, usually end up in landfills ...

Gershow provides its scrap metal containers for the TSCW and educates attendees on recycling. Pictured (from left): Khaliah Vega-Bellone, Logistics Coordinator; Keily Nolasco, Call Center ...

Scientists have discovered that you can now take apart and rebuild a new type of solar cell using water instead of harsh chemicals, and it works just as well as the original, reported Tech Xplore. A ...

Despite the planet’s growing plastic pollution crisis, petroleum-based polymers have become an integral part of modern life. They make cars and airplanes lighter and more energy efficient. They ...

Investigative journalist John Stossel investigates why recycling plastic is counterproductive. He speaks with science writer John Tierney about why it would be cheaper and more environmentally ...

It's time now for our science news roundup from Short Wave, NPR's science podcast. I am joined by the show's two hosts, Regina Barber and Emily Kwong. Hi, y'all. EMILY KWONG, BYLINE: Hi. REGINA BARBER ...

Beccy holds a PhD in Biological Science, a Master’s in Molecular Biology of Parasites and Disease Vectors, and a Bachelor’s in Human Biology and Forensic Science. Beccy holds a PhD in Biological ...

Irving, Texas — The word of the day is heuristics. Shira Abel says that phrase can help packaging recyclers, including those handling plastic packaging, increase consumer participation in efforts to ...

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Researchers see a realistic path forward to the manufacture of bio-derivable wind blades that can be chemically recycled and the components reused, ending the practice of old blades winding up in ...