The effects of microplastics are multiplying along with the worldwide concern they generate. Currently, there are many studies related to the contamination of these compounds in seas and oceans, but there are not as many investigations on freshwater bodies.
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A scientific investigation has revealed the first historical record of plastic pollution in the seabed of Greenland, specifically in Disko Bay.
The data, published in the journal Communications Earth & Environment, show a progressive increase in the accumulation of microplastics...
The French multinational Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) has officially started the construction of the world's largest biogas plant in Bebedouro, São Paulo.
This pioneering project aims to transform citrus waste into sustainable gas, aligning with global sustainability goals and promoting...
The province of San Luis achieved a significant progress in the **management of empty** (https://noticiasambientales.com/ciencia/por-que-desaconsejan-reutilizar-la-botella-de-plastico-para-tomar-agua/) **of agrochemicals, reaching** **62,871 kilograms collected in 2024** through 14 collection days and the operation of two Temporary Storage Centers (CATs). This effort, driven...
The British company **Powerhouse Energy Group** has developed a revolutionary technology that converts **plastic waste into clean hydrogen** through pyrolysis. This is a (https://noticiasambientales.com/residuos/de-que-manera-las-pajitas-se-convirtieron-en-un-icono-mundial-de-la-contaminacion-por-plasticos/) and renewable energy generation.
This innovative process is carried out in Wales and uses a rotary...
Scientists from Northwestern University have developed an innovative and sustainable method regarding the recycling of plastic waste, specifically polyethylene terephthalate (PET), one of the most common polymers in the world.
This approach uses air humidity as a key resource, eliminating...
The recycling plant "La Metropolitana", in San Luis, reinserted 20 tons of cardboard into the circular economy system. The province showed a strong commitment in the four Treatment and Recycling of Urban Solid Waste (RSU) plants in the district.
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Annually, 350 million tons of plastic waste are generated worldwide. Recent research indicates that 1.7 million tons of this waste ends up in the ocean. The World Economic Forum forecasts that plastic production will double in the next 20...
A comprehensive recycling program in Misiones has already brought successful results. The one carried out by the Municipality of Eldorado is becoming a key initiative for the circular economy in the city.
During last year, they transformed more than 7000...
