Living in a world saturated with plastic pollution, we are accumulating evidence that plastic particles can affect human health across organs and systems. Yet our understanding of actual human exposur...

The plastics industry is offering schools curricula that cast plastics as safe, recyclable, and a source of good jobs.

The plastic industry—including some of the largest chemical, fossil fuel, and plastic producers in the world—is buying its way into U.S. public schools. They are funding and distributing highly biased...

SummaryMore than half of all clothing sold worldwide is made from synthetic fibers derived from fossil fuels, and that amount is increasing. ● Washing synthetic clothing releases hundreds of thousands […]

The plastic industry—including some of the largest chemical, fossil fuel, and plastic producers in the world—is buying its way into U.S. public schools. They are funding and distributing highly biased...

The plastic industry—including some of the largest chemical, fossil fuel, and plastic producers in the world—is buying its way into U.S. public schools. They are funding and distributing highly biased plastic “education” programs and materials that frame plastic as safe, essential, and recyclable, despite the increasing evidence that plastic harms people and the planet.

Plastic Expelled exposes the plastic industry’s propaganda playbook and outlines how to get the plastic industry out of schools.

A new study found microplastics in every commercial table salt sample tested, adding to evidence that sea salt contamination is widespread. Most of the particles were tiny plastic fragments, likely fo...

Going plastic-free while camping doesn't mean roughing it more than usual. A few swaps can go a long way and even save you money.

On July 21, Plastic Pollution Coalition will host a webinar to present exciting reuse applications in schools and universities, senior living facilities, stadiums and other event spaces. We will also ...

With a little prep and planning, you can be plastic-free or reduce your plastic use on the go: Learn how with our guide.

Current scientific evidence on microplastics and plastic chemicals justifies global and national precautionary action to drastically reduce and ultimately eliminate babies’ exposure to plastics-relate...

Each quarter, Plastic Pollution Coalition is reporting exciting news from companies that are leading the way for a transition away from fossil fuels and synthetic materials to a healthier plastic-free...

On June 17, Plastic Pollution Coalition will host a webinar to discuss these issues and how two promising categories of regenerative materials—hemp and agricultural byproducts—are being produced and s...

In this second part of a two-part blog series, Erica Cirino asks Jackie Nuñez questions about what Leg 2 of the 2026 eXXpedition South Pacific voyage was like.

Food packaging is the biggest plastic polluter on beaches

While the risk of immediate catastrophe appears to have passed, plastics companies need stronger regulation to ensure Americans' safety.

Plastic pollution is one of several major dangers harming coral reefs worldwide.

Behind the pretty flowers, there’s a supply chain wrapped in plastic and drenched in synthetic pesticides.

WRITTEN BY JACKIE ON THE SOUTH PACIFIC EXPEDITION FROM BAY OF ISLANDS TO TONGATAPU It was movie night at Minerva Reef and after a late dinner I was able to keep the tired crew awake enough with a comm...

ABC News' Becky Worley visits the University of New Mexico to talk with scientists researching microplastics -- specifically their impact on the brain.

A new investigation found an estimated 5,000 microplastic particles in a single pouch of Gerber baby food. Every pouch we tested had them.

On June 17, Plastic Pollution Coalition will host a webinar to discuss these issues and how two promising categories of regenerative materials—hemp and agricultural byproducts—are being produced and s...

Greenpeace International's analysis of 24 research papers in peer-reviewed scientific journals found that the plastics we use to package our food are exposing us to health risks – and none more so tha...

We were honored to co-host a screening of The Plastic Detox—a new Netflix documentary—with a live panel discussion during SF Climate Week 2026.

Picnics can lead to unintended plastic pollution, which is why we’ve compiled our tips for hosting the ultimate plastic-free picnic.