Belgian chemicals producer Solvay (Brussels; www.solvay.com) has introduced a cellulose acetate bio-plastic manufactured using wood pulp obtained from Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI; ...

The teabags that were found to release the most microplastics were– perhaps unsurprisingly– the teabags that were made ...

Convenient plastic products like water bottles and food containers break down over time into tiny pieces less than 5 ...

A new study found that tea bags made from these packagings release billions of microplastics. Here's how to protect yourself, ...

Cellulose is the unsung hero of countless everyday products, from paper and packaging to hygiene items and even some bio-based materials. As the world increasingly looks to sustainable alternatives to ...

Avoiding microplastics can feel impossible—but limiting sites of known exposure is one way to protect your health.

Choose the right tea. Drinking loose-leaf tea is probably the best way to limit your exposure to microplastics. And while ...

Using fungi, cellulose, and carbon, researchers 3D printed small batteries, that can be stored dry and later activated with ...

Foam core insulation may be a popular choice for homes, but not so much for the environment. Thankfully, these eco-friendly ...

What are biobased plastics, how do they differ from traditional plastics, and what are their environmental benefits? Read the ...