Plastics

[Embattle]

The world is full of plastics, and it continues to grow:


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zV9v0RIE-iI

 

[Gwadien]

I hope this isn't news to you

 

[Embattle]

I hope this isn't news to you

Nope, but more and more stories covering our plastic planet.

 

[Embattle]

Another interesting video, covering the basics:


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_BAljvV8JfE

 

[Embattle]

The plastic inside us: how microplastics may be reshaping our bodies and minds

The particles are in our blood, brains and guts – and scientists are only beginning to learn what they do

www.theguardian.com

 

[Embattle]

Neural network finds an enzyme that can break down polyurethane

Given a dozen hours, the enzyme can turn a foam pad into reusable chemicals.

arstechnica.com

 

[Embattle]

View: https://youtu.be/oRzkXGi153o?si=tpknd-Z0doUq4pmB

 

[Scouse]

‘Environmental catastrophe’ fears as millions of plastic beads wash up on Camber Sands

MP asks for explanation from Southern Water amid concerns the spill could have dire impact on rare sea life

www.theguardian.com

 

[Embattle]

‘Environmental catastrophe’ fears as millions of plastic beads wash up on Camber Sands

MP asks for explanation from Southern Water amid concerns the spill could have dire impact on rare sea life

www.theguardian.com

I really hope they find those responsible.

 

[Embattle]

Assorted exported rubbish:


View: https://youtu.be/J5ICLh_TkWM?si=5Mj8hSsn_PVa-0qs

 

[Embattle]

‘Environmental catastrophe’ fears as millions of plastic beads wash up on Camber Sands

MP asks for explanation from Southern Water amid concerns the spill could have dire impact on rare sea life

www.theguardian.com

Seems it was Southern Water:

Southern Water apologises for catastrophic spill of plastic biobeads in Sussex

Resulting pollution on Camber Sands beach poses threat to wildlife including dolphins and seals

www.theguardian.com