Squishy toys, the soft and squeezable stress-relief toys loved by people around the world, are mostly made from polyurethane (PU) foam, a synthetic material derived
Greenpeace has warned that “microwave-safe plastic containers” may release microplastics and nanoplastics into food when exposed to heat — especially if the containers are old,
Cities around the world are turning to the concept of the “Sponge City” to tackle flash floods and extreme rainfall. The idea is to transform
Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute has developed SenAD2, an innovative real-time road monitoring system that uses hemp-based fabric embedded with conductive sensors to detect stress and microcracks
India is emerging as a global pioneer in “Green Roads”, using waste and recycled plastic — including plastic bottles — in road construction. This innovation
Mount Everest, the world’s tallest peak, is increasingly being described as the “highest garbage dump on Earth”—and it’s not just ordinary litter. The waste includes
Doing the dishes might seem like a small task, but food scraps washed down the sink can cause big problems in many households — from
Researchers from 3 Countries Develop Enzyme-Based PET Recycling — 65% Less Energy, Lower Cost Than New Plastic A research team from NREL (USA), the University
What is a Smart Trash Can? A Smart Trash Can (also known as an AI Trash Bin) is a waste bin integrated with various technologies—such
Arsenic Contamination in Kok and Sai Rivers Traced to Mining Operations in Myanmar The arsenic contamination exceeding safety standards in the Kok and Sai Rivers
