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Microplastics pervade Europe’s freshwater arteries
Europe’s most iconic rivers are no longer safe from microplastic pollution. What was once thought to be a distant environmental threat has now infiltrated freshwater systems, agriculture, and urban life. Industrial reform, policy change, and public awareness are crucial to reversing this invisible crisis before it spirals out of control.
16 April 2025by Chitra Singla
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Pharmaceutical Pollution Alters Atlantic Salmon Migration, Raising Alarms Over Ecosystem Disruption
New global research shows that pharmaceutical pollutants like clobazam may alter the migration and social behavior of Atlantic salmon, raising broader ecological concerns.
14 April 2025by Karan Hooda
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Rocky Mountain Snow Contains Toxic Metals from Distant Mining Operations
New research reveals Rocky Mountain snow contains toxic metals from mining regions, accelerating snowmelt and impacting water quality. Pollution trends remain consistent over time.
03 April 2025by Chitra Singla
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Fossil Fuel Pollution Fuels Disease, Disaster, and Extinction: Scientists Warn of Urgent Crisis
A major scientific review warns that fossil fuel pollution is driving climate disasters, disease, and extinction. Scientists urge governments to end fossil fuel expansion and transition to clean energy.
02 April 2025by Chitra Singla
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Air Pollution Claims 7 Million Lives Annually, WHO Warns
Air pollution kills 7 million people annually, with dangerous air quality affecting most of the world. Stronger policies, cleaner energy, and stricter regulations are needed to combat this growing crisis.
19 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Human Trash Found at Record Depths in the Mediterranean’s Calypso Deep
Scientists have found record levels of human litter at over 5,000 meters deep in the Mediterranean’s Calypso Deep, underscoring the urgent need for global action against marine pollution.
13 March 2025by Chitra Singla
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Energizer Unveils 100% Recyclable Plastic-Free Packaging for Batteries
Energizer debuts 100% recyclable plastic-free battery packaging, rolling out at Walmart in March 2025. This milestone supports sustainability, consumer convenience, and retail efficiency.
30 January 2025by OnestopESG
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ADNOC Unveils XRG: $80 Billion Push for Low-Carbon Energy and Chemicals
ADNOC launched XRG, an $80 billion low-carbon energy and chemicals platform. With a focus on chemicals, gas, and low-carbon fuels, XRG aims to double its portfolio value by 2035.
03 December 2024by OnestopESG
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LEGO Group Introduces Paper-Based Bags to Reduce Single-Use Plastics
LEGO Group is phasing out single-use plastics with recyclable paper-based bags in its sets. Part of its 2032 and 2050 sustainability goals, the initiative enhances both environmental impact and user experience.
28 November 2024by OnestopESG
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Los Angeles County Sues Coca-Cola and PepsiCo Over Plastic Pollution and Misleading Recyclability Claims
Los Angeles County has filed a lawsuit against Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, accusing them of contributing to plastic pollution and misleading the public about the recyclability of their plastic beverage containers.
07 November 2024by OnestopESG
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Coty Announces New Sustainability Goals Focused on Packaging and Water Use
Coty has unveiled new sustainability goals in its latest report, focusing on sustainable packaging and water use. Highlights include a 25% reduction in water withdrawal and a 60% cut in virgin plastic use by 2030, with achievements like an 82% decrease in greenhouse gas emissions already surpassing targets.
06 November 2024by Sourav Das
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Research Indicates Wildfire Smoke Pollution May Cause Additional 12,000 Deaths Annually
New research suggests global heating may lead to an additional 12,000 annual deaths from wildfire smoke, particularly affecting regions like Australia, Europe, and Asia.
22 October 2024by Sourav Das
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