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Kimchi microbe may help flush nanoplastics from the body, study finds
Kimchi microbe may help flush nanoplastics from the body, study finds
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 01, 2026
South Korean researchers have found that a specific lactic acid bacterium in kimchi, Leuconostoc mesenteroides CBA3656, can trap nanoplastics in the gut.Plastic waste is choking the planet — recycling won’t be enough; cutting virgin plastic is key
Plastic waste is choking the planet — recycling won’t be enough; cutting virgin plastic is key
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2025
Plastic waste is set to more than double by 2040, harming health, climate and economies. Recycling alone won’t fix it—cuts to virgin plastic are urged.Thailand initiates safeguard investigation on polypropylene imports, says WTO
Thailand initiates safeguard investigation on polypropylene imports, says WTO
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2025
The World Trade Organisation (WTO) has confirmed that Thailand has launched an investigation into safeguard measures for the import of polypropylene plastic pellets. Global plastics pact stalls, petroleum producers reject plastic reduction
Global plastics pact stalls, petroleum producers reject plastic reduction
MONDAY, AUGUST 18, 2025
Many nations voiced deep disappointment and proposed shifting from consensus to majority voting to break the deadlock in plastics treaty talks.China pushes for bamboo to replace plastics
China pushes for bamboo to replace plastics
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Zhejiang county at forefront of drive to switch to greener, lower-carbon goodsFoundation documents impact of plastic waste in Thailand
Foundation documents impact of plastic waste in Thailand
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 03, 2024
Thailand is facing the impact of plastic waste on greenhouse gas emissions, biodiversity and public health, according to a report by the Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF).Envicco plastic waste recycling project recognised
Envicco plastic waste recycling project recognised
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2024
A project by Envicco, a joint-venture company founded by PTT Global Chemical, to recover and sort plastic waste has been recognised for its potential to reduce greenhouse gases to mitigate their environmental impact.A Thai artist with a message on waste recycling and reduction
A Thai artist with a message on waste recycling and reduction
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Plastics, foams, spunbond bags, clothes and tobacco butts should be disposed of properly for sustainable environment preservation, a renowned Thai upcycle artist said on Tuesday.Taking plastics full circle: Creating a sustainable future in Thailand
Taking plastics full circle: Creating a sustainable future in Thailand
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 2024
When the first synthetic polymer, celluloid, was invented in 1869, it was envisioned as a more nature-friendly substitute for ivory and tortoiseshell—both materials sourced from hunting of wild animals.Plastics & Rubber Thailand 2024 drives change towards sustainability
Plastics & Rubber Thailand 2024 drives change towards sustainability
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2024
The planet is heating up rapidly, with global temperatures steadily rising and polar ice melting faster. This warming, along with rising sea temperatures, intensifies storm activity worldwide. These environmental disasters are largely due to human activities that increase emissions and disrupt the natural balance.