We know pollution is a problem, and we know waste ends up in our waterways. But it's hard to quantify exactly how much waste and where it's coming from. A new, first-of-its-kind data tool aims to ...

Ocean pollution is quietly draining energy from seabirds’ cells, as mercury and forever chemicals disrupt mitochondria even ...

The ocean is the lifeblood of our planet—producing over half of the world’s oxygen, regulating global temperatures, and supporting millions of species. Yet today, marine ecosystems are under severe ...

Our oceans have been experiencing a plastic crisis for decades. We have now reached a pivotal moment in ocean pollution, where the numbers are no longer abstract and time is running out to make an ...

A study has shown that the world's oceans are facing a triple threat of planetary crises. According to Politico, the EU Copernicus Ocean State Report outlined three major threats to oceans: pollution, ...

This episode visualizes the global crisis of ocean plastic pollution through detailed mapping and satellite data. We trace how plastics travel from rivers and coastlines into vast gyres, forming ...

A global review of more than 6,000 records shows that water pollution now affects nearly half of the world’s waters.

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

Some countries are known for having dangerously high pollution levels, poor sanitation, and large amounts of unmanaged waste. These problems are usually caused by overpopulation, industrial activity, ...