In recent weeks, marine biologists have retracted a long-standing record of a supposed rare shark sighting after concluding that the fish they spotted in The Philippines was not a Goblin Shark, but a plastic toy. The identification of the shark was made by a team of researchers from the Verde Island Passage Marine Research Institute… Continue reading Goblin Shark or Plastic Toy? Scientists Retract Record of Supposed Rare Shark Sighting
Tag: plastic
Researchers Create Plastic Straws from Potato Starch
Researchers have come up with a revolutionary new way to reduce plastic waste and create plastic straws: by using potato starch instead of petroleum. The discovery was made by a team of scientists from the University of Wageningen in the Netherlands. The team developed a biodegradable plastic straw called “Plant-strawTM” that can decompose within 180… Continue reading Researchers Create Plastic Straws from Potato Starch
England’s banning plastic plates and cutlery later this year
England is making a major move to cut down on the use of plastic products. Starting later this year, the United Kingdom plans to ban plastic plates and cutlery, with the goal of reducing the environmental impact of disposing of non-recyclable products. Plastic plates and cutlery have become commonplace in many homes and restaurants. They’re… Continue reading England’s banning plastic plates and cutlery later this year