Catherine TangalanWhat happened to The Ocean Cleanup — the system that would rid the oceans of plastic?verified_publisherabc.net.au - By environment reporter Nick KilvertRemember The Ocean Cleanup? It was the ambitious plan hatched by a young Dutch entrepreneur to "rid the world's oceans of plastic". If not, here's a …
Catherine TangalanBrazilian researchers find ‘terrifying’ plastic rocks on remote islandverified_publisherCNN - ReutersReuters — The geology of Brazil’s volcanic Trindade Island has fascinated scientists for years, but the discovery of rocks made from plastic debris in this remote turtle refuge is sparking alarm. Melted plastic has become intertwined with rocks on the island, located 1,140 km (708 miles) from the …
Catherine TangalanA 12-Month Plan for Going Low-to-Zero WasteOne Green Planet - Jonathon EngelsAs we progress further along the path to more sustainable living, we have to take our waste stream seriously. Modern practices are stuck in a …
Catherine Tangalan2:29Disappearing parasites in Puget Sound a cause for alarmQ13 FOX Seattle - KCPQAn alarming number of parasites have been disappearing from Puget Sound for decades with little to no detection. While that may sound like good news, the reality is that parasites are crucial to ecosystems and us.
Catherine TangalanScientists warn of ‘phosphogeddon’ as critical fertiliser shortages loomverified_publisherThe Guardian - Robin McKie, Science editorOur planet faces “phosphogeddon”, scientists have warned. They fear our misuse of phosphorus could lead to deadly shortages of fertilisers that would disrupt global food production. At the same time, phosphate fertiliser washed from fields – together with sewage inputs into rivers, lakes and seas – …
Catherine TangalanThis is why you don’t hear about the hole in the ozone layer anymore — and here’s the lesson for us todaythecooldown.com - Ben SternWhen’s the last time you heard about the ozone layer? Or about the hole in the ozone layer? For most people, it’s been years or even decades since …
