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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 1d

The Camino called again. Just me, the path, and the quiet joy of having only one task: to walk. #CaminoDeSantiago #TheWay #BuenCamino

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 12d

“Plastic blindness” is real — Half of UK households underestimate their plastic waste 👀📦 Study shows when people actually counted it, they were shocked. Awareness = the first step to real change.

#PlasticWaste #PlasticPollution #CircularEconomy

Counting plastic reveals hidden waste and sparks action

Online supermarket shopping is fueling Britain's plastic waste crisis because packaging is less visible to consumers, according to new research from the Revolution Plastics Institute at the University...

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 12d

7 U.S. states (and Canadian provinces) are adopting Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws—making companies pay for the plastic packaging they put into the world.
In British Columbia, EPR has helped recycle 80%+ of packaging materials—compared to less than 10% in the U.S. #PlasticPollution

The promising new laws that can help cut plastic pollution

Seven states have adopted Extended Producer Responsibility laws to make companies pay for their plastic. One industry leader says it's time for federal action.

www.newsweek.com

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 15d

🎃👻 Create a boo-tiful, low-plastic Halloween! Thriving Sustainably has 21 DIY tutorials — from fabric ghosts to tin lanterns — for festive, stylish decor.

#diyhalloween #sustainableliving #Halloween

Boo-tiful Plastic-Free DIY Halloween Decorations

Discover creative DIY Halloween decorations that are mostly plastic-free, eco-friendly, and budget-friendly. Make spooky décor with natural and recyclable materials.

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 15d

“Water-soluble” isn’t always safe — PVA from pods can pass through treatment and pollute rivers. Better options exist: refillable/recyclable canisters or tablets without plastic wrapping. #PlasticPollution #Microplastics #PlasticFree

Here's What Happens to the Plastic in Dishwasher Pods

Dishwasher pods dissolve into something different than microplastics.

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 16d

It’s frustrating to see a candidate promise a crackdown on plastic, only to end up in a government that embraces petrochemical expansion. It’s good to see plastic pollution getting more attention though.

#PlasticPollution #Microplastics

RFK Jr. promised to take on plastic. Now he's part of an administration embracing it.

Plastic is everywhere—including in us.

www.motherjones.com

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 19d

EWG found 500+ chemicals across just 30 cleaners — nearly 200 flagged as hazardous. 🤯 Plus, plastic bottles = more pollution. Here are DIY recipes for every room.
#DIYCleaning #SustainableLiving #EcoFriendly #PlasticPollution

How to Make DIY Cleaning Products for Every Room -

Make DIY cleaning products with simple ingredients. Step-by-step recipes help you save money, cut toxins, and create a healthier home.

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Anthony Ricciardi @ecoinvasions.bsky.social · 19d

New paper from our lab: The use of #microplastics as case-building material by larval caddisflies facilitates the transfer of plastic (& potentially its associated contaminants) to predatory fish.

Larval caddisflies (Limnephilidae) that had been exposed to microplastics (PET) and natural materials will readily incorporate plastic into their cases.

Plastic in gastrointestinal tract of a freshwater fish (brown bullhead) exposed to larval caddisflies whose cases incorporate plastic.

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Beyond Plastics @beyondplastics.bsky.social · 19d

We can achieve a world without plastic pollution, but we need to build a bigger, more powerful grassroots movement to do it.

How can you help? Register for the free, upcoming Beyond Plastics Grassroots Advocacy Training.

www.beyondplastics.org/trainings

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 19d

🪱Nearly 1/4 of landfill waste is food scraps. Instead of trashing it, turn it into rich compost with the help of worms!

Step-by-step worm bin guide 👇

#SustainableLiving #Composting #GardeningTips

Worm Composting Bin DIY: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners -

Learn how to create your own worm composting bin DIY and turn kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich compost for a thriving, eco-friendly garden.

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 20d

For some reason, I am still shocked by this. 😒

Wastewater treatment plants are a major source of pharmaceutical pollution, study finds

Municipal wastewater treatment plants are ineffective at removing Prozac (fluoxetine) and other common pharmaceuticals in wastewater, causing the drugs to be discharged into lakes, rivers and streams ...

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 20d

Kill two birds with one stone: keep old jeans out of landfills and ditch plastic grocery bags. I rounded up 11 DIY tutorials to turn worn denim into sturdy, reusable totes that are stylish and practical. (btw, don't actually kill any birds) 😉
#Upcycling #PlasticFree #DIY #SustainableLiving

Transform Old Jeans into Chic DIY Bags: Step-by-Step Guides -

Key Takeaways Billions of plastic bags are used every year — most can’t be recycled and often end up polluting the environment. Old jeans take decades to break down in landfills, but their strong, dur...

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 22d

Looking to reduce your microplastic exposure? This guide gives you 15 practical swaps you can start using today. 👇

#Microplastics #PlasticPollution #HealthTips

How to Avoid Microplastics: 15 Simple Everyday Tips -

Here are 15 ideas on how to avoid microplastics — practical swaps anyone can make to lower exposure and reduce plastic pollution.

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All about Germany | deutschland.de @deutschland.de · 22d

🏊‍♂️ Professor Andreas Fath swims impressive distances to protect the environment.

💧 Along the way, he gathered water samples, used a special filter membrane on his wetsuit, and ran educational and outreach events to shine a light on microplastics and pollution in rivers.

The swimming professor

Andreas Fath teaches at Furtwangen University in the Black Forest - and swims impressive distances to protect the environment. Now he’s planning to do the same in India.

www.deutschland.de

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 22d

It should be mandatory to have Terracycle cigarette bins in cities for people to dispose of.

#Sustainability #Recycling #PlasticPollution

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 22d

🐝Snapdragons in the Pyrenees stay boldly magenta or yellow—thanks to picky bees who skip the hybrids. Nature’s color theory at work.
Also: the Pyrenees? A dream to hike. Nature + scenery = magic.

#Biodiversity #Pollinators #Pyrenees

Scientists collect snapdragon flowers in the Pyrenees to trace their ancestry

Every season, scientists from the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) go on field trips to the Pyrenees. Their mission: gather snapdragon flowers to understand their genetic makeup.

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 22d

👏 C’est génial à voir

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 23d

👏EU’s new regulation targets plastic pellet losses—the 3rd biggest source of microplastic pollution. Imagine that… regulating at the source.

#Microplastics #PlasticPollution

Plastic pellets: Council signs off regulation to reduce pollution from microplastics

The Council today adopted a regulation to prevent plastic pellets losses across the supply chain and reduce microplastics pollution.

www.consilium.europa.eu

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Senator Jeff Merkley @merkley.senate.gov · 23d

We know that plastics are invading our lives—our food, our water, even our bloodstreams.

Now we know that chemicals in plastics are linked to infertility and premature birth.

Two more reasons to pass my Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act!

The health risks from plastics almost nobody knows about

Researchers have linked phthalates, chemicals found in plastics, to premature birth, infertility and ADHD.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Jerry Chamberlain @jezparker.bsky.social · 23d

Your kitchen is full of microplastics. Here's how to eat less of them
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Your kitchen is full of microplastics. Here's how to eat less of them

Microplastics gush out of our taps and flake off cookware. They find their way into the yolks of eggs, and into meat and vegetables. But there are things we can do to eat less of them.

www.bbc.com

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 23d

Congratulations 🎉

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Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 23d

Beautiful

Thriving Sustainably @thrivesustainably.bsky.social · 23d

Research shows we may be consuming about a credit card’s worth of plastic every week. 🤯 Learn more about where these microplastics come from, how they affect us, and what steps can reduce exposure.
#Microplastics #PlasticPollution

What Are Microplastics? The Tiny Pollutants With a Big Impact -

What are microplastics? From oceans to human blood, these tiny particles are everywhere. Learn their risks and how to reduce exposure.

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Beyond Plastics @beyondplastics.bsky.social · 25d

“Recyclable” doesn’t matter when Coke’s plastic is choking our oceans.

This World Cleanup Day, @storyofstuff.bsky.social organized and delivered a strong message to Coca-Cola: Time’s up on plastic pollution. Bring Back Refill.

Six thousand voices, one demand: Reuse, not more plastic.

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Prof Sam Illingworth @samillingworth.com · 25d

🦴 Microplastics and bone health

A new review finds microplastics can accumulate in bone tissue, altering cells, weakening structure, and potentially linking to diseases like osteoporosis.

🔗 link.springer.com/article/10.1...

#SciComm #Health #Plastics 🧪

Effects of microplastics on the bones: a comprehensive review - Osteoporosis International

A growing role for the skeleton in human health and longevity emerged recently. However, knowledge regarding the effects of new risk factors, linked to modern life, for bone diseases is not documented...

link.springer.com

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