The plastic plague has taken a new turn, with artificial grass now contributing to the problem off one Spanish coast. What is going on? Researchers at the University of Barcelona recently made a jarring discovery after analyzing seawater off the coast of the city: high concentrations of fibers from artificial grass that are made of … Read more
Scientists have discovered “alarming levels” of plastic and other man-made debris in the depths of sea caves in the Mediterranean. What is going on? A group of researchers carried out a comprehensive survey of marine litter inside coastal caves on the island of Cyprus. “We found debris in every cave studied, with some containing abundances … Read more
New research suggests dolphins in captivity may be exposed to more microplastics than their wild counterparts – a startling discovery that highlights how deep plastic pollution seeps even in controlled environments. What is going on? A study, published in the journal Communications Earth & Environment, aimed to identify microplastics — tiny particles that result from … Read more
A study by Portsmouth University researchers focused on donkey droppings, but yielded findings with much wider implications for the environment and human health. What is going on? Although faecal samples collected from donkeys and cows were an integral part of the research, its current focus was plastic pollution. Specifically, the researchers sought insight into the … Read more