Polyester is one of the most common fabrics found in homes and closets—and understandably so. This synthetic textile is known for both its durability and affordability. But while polyester may be ...
A team of researchers at the University of Toronto have designed a solution to reduce the amount of microplastic fibres shed when washing synthetic fabrics. In a world swamped by fast fashion – an ...
Microplastics are turning up everywhere, from remote mountain tops to deep ocean trenches. They also are in many animals, including humans. The most common microplastics in the environment are ...