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Microplastics collect heavy metals, reports study from Ulaanbaatar

Envirotec Magazine

Surface cracks and biofilms on plastic particles might help spread pollution Concerns about microplastic pollution arise not only because of the particles themselves, but also from whatever cargo they might be carrying. Sukhbaatar Square in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (image credit: takepicsforfun / Shutterstock.com).

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Tannins: A possible answer to microplastic pollution?

Envirotec Magazine

Scientists at UBC’s BioProducts Institute find that if you add tannins to a layer of wood dust, you can create a filter that traps virtually all microplastic particles present in water, according to recently reported research. When tested in mouse models, the process was proved to prevent the accumulation of microplastics in the organs.

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Microplastics Can Transport Parasites to Oceans, Impacting Wildlife and Humans

Green Living Guy

Microplastics are a pathway for pathogens on land to reach the ocean. The study, published today in the journal Scientific Reports, is the first to connect microplastics in the ocean with land-based pathogens. It can lead to consequences for human and wildlife health, according to a study from the University of California, Davis.

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A different kind of youth activist: Meet the high schoolers who invented a microplastics solution

Grist

Victoria and Justin Huang, two 17-year-olds from The Woodlands College Park High School in Texas, designed a system that filters microplastic particles out of water using ultrasound waves. I first read about the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and microplastics that we’re getting into our water and our food. Justin: Ms.

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What you should (and shouldn’t) do with all of your old phone chargers and other e-waste

Envirotec Magazine

Many of these chargers ultimately end up being discarded, contributing to more than 51,000 tonnes of electronic and electrical equipment waste each year. PVC also fragments into harmful microplastic particles. Some local authorities also offer curbside collection services for small electrical items.

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Meet Our Members: Introducing Greentown’s Newest Startups of Q1 2024

Greentown Labs

Electricity Active Surfaces develops an ultra-lightweight, flexible solar technology for the built environment. Arbor is a home-energy advisor that monitors renters and homeowners’ energy markets, getting customers the best electric rates in their areas and recommending relevant home-electrification upgrades.

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Get free tickets to One Earth Film Fest

Greenability Magazine

Microplastic Madness (Ages 7 to 14 + General Audiences) , 11 a.m. CST, Saturday, March 13. Young Filmmakers Contest Awards Celebration , 3 p.m. CST, Saturday, March 13. The New Corporation: The Unfortunately Necessary Sequel , 6:30 CST, Saturday, March 13. CST, Sunday, March 14. District 15 , 3 p.m. CST, Sunday, March 14.