New research finds small shelf and discount changes can lift grocery profits by 6%. The same moves can cut food waste by more than 21%.
U.S. households hold $83.74B in unused electronics. Better trade-in execution could unlock revenue, speed upgrades, and boost loyalty.
Rice is reshaping how engineers think about materials. Its speed-sensitive behavior enables adaptive structures without sensors or software.
New data show babies were exposed to more PFAS before birth than standard tests detected. The findings could reshape risk models and policy.
TerraCycle has launched a referral program for Zero Waste Box. The move aims to scale hard-to-recycle waste capture through peer networks.
Carton recycling access climbed to 63% of U.S. households in 2025. Nearly 2.5 million more homes can now place cartons in the bin.
Seven retailers are backing a single HREDD questionnaire and shared data hub. The goal is to cut duplication and streamline supply chain reporting.
Under new EPR rules, coated paper packaging can cost more than plastic. A flawed recyclability definition may be sending brands the wrong signals.
A new method links satellite imagery to microplastic levels in the sea. It could give industries and regulators scalable, low-cost pollution tracking tools.
Mainland China, India, and Canada emerged as the top three markets for LEED certification outside the United States in 2025.
Eastman and Kolmar Korea join forces to scale biodegradable beauty ingredients. The collaboration blends materials science with K-beauty manufacturing expertise.
Nanoplastics don't just float—they deliver toxic tire chemicals like 6PPD into fish tissues. The result? Greater damage to eyes, vision, and aquatic ecosystems.
The UK’s vape ban cut disposables, but fire risks are rising. Rechargeable vapes, often binned with charge, are igniting in trucks and recycling sites.
Plastics shed micro- and nanoplastics just through water exposure. A new study highlights an overlooked pollution source hiding in plain sight.
EPA’s latest chemical reviews target specific industrial risks, not broad bans. Consumer uses are mostly cleared, shifting compliance to workplace controls.
UNCW has fully eliminated plastic from residential dining takeout. A new stainless steel system is cutting waste, saving costs, and boosting student engagement.
Plastic particles are showing up in human blood and organs. As scrutiny grows, bottled water brands face rising questions about long-term health impacts.
Peterbilt launches three new medium-duty EVs built for delivery, utility, and vocational fleets. Fast charging and versatile specs support real-world demands.
Atlas’ new ReGenX tech adds recycled content to cold chain products—no added cost, no drop in performance. A smarter way to hit ESG goals without trade-offs.
Twelve female waste pickers from Kenya are using theatre to share their role in plastic recovery—pushing for recognition during global plastics talks.