A new study has demonstrated that hemp-based plastic packaging could revolutionize how people use and dispose of plastic.

Researchers say the findings underscore how everyday household products may contribute to daily exposure to nanoplastics and ...

(Aurelijus U./Pexels) We know that microplastics are leaking into our drinks from bottles, beverage cups, and packaging, and now researchers have shown that plastic kettles can contribute to our daily ...

The first boil of a plastic kettle can release up to three billion nanoplastic particles into a single 250ml cup of tea or ...

Worried about plastic pollution in your tap water? Try boiling in it, a new study suggests. Boiling tap water can destroy at least 80 percent of three of the most common plastic compounds that can be ...

It might be time to reconsider how you heat water for your afternoon pick-me-up. We recently reported on a November 2025 study that found a common kitchen appliance — your tea kettle — could be ...