New research on microplastics in brains reminds us that while scientists compile safety data, our leaders should still act ...

Plastic is the most prevalent marine pollutant, and plastic surfaces are the fastest growing habitat in the ocean.

US President Donald Trump reversed a target set by his predecessor Joe Biden to eliminate plastic straws across government ...

Scientists found plastic particles in nearly all seafood samples. Smaller species like shrimp had more contamination.

The bioplastics company, with an office in Shelton, collaborated with a UConn marine sciences team to evaluate the product’s ...

It was a baby otter drinking a bottle! The little guy was really digging his delicious treat. And so were people on the ...

Protecting marine ecosystems is not only about conservation; it is also about securing long-term economic stability for communities that depend on the ocean. Promoting sustainable fishing, encouraging ...

The Gulf of Mexico’s waters are filled with marine life, from endangered sea turtles to majestic whales, but it’s no secret ...

However, this majestic marine mammal is now grappling with serious threats: widespread pollution and significant habitat loss. A closeup shot of ... agricultural runoff, and plastic waste contributes ...

Marine biologists diving in the Gulf of Thailand were thrilled in 2023 to rediscover several colonies of a rare type of ocean ...

Global Plastic Production Plastic production has reached astronomical levels, making its presence felt in every corner of the globe. Astonishingly, approximately 400 million tons of plastic are ...