Education

Dispatch: eXXpedition's First Virtual Voyage is Complete

Dispatch: eXXpedition's First Virtual Voyage is Complete

Feb. 25 - 11 multidisciplinary women from 8 nationalities came together online for a 24 hour eXXpedition Virtual Voyage over two weeks, exploring the causes of and solutions to plastic pollution

New Book ‘Count Down’ Highlights How Toxic Chemicals in Plastic Harm Human Health & Fertility

New Book ‘Count Down’ Highlights How Toxic Chemicals in Plastic Harm Human Health & Fertility

Feb. 23 - A new book published today from leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologist Shanna Swan, Ph.D. shows how chemicals in our modern environment are negatively impacting human sexuality and fertility.

On National Cancer Prevention Day, Learn Cross-Sector Strategies for Cancer Prevention

On National Cancer Prevention Day, Learn Cross-Sector Strategies for Cancer Prevention

Feb. 3 - While it’s true that fewer children are dying of cancer than in the past, the rate of children being diagnosed with cancer has actually increased by 34% since 1975.

Watch: Hannah Testa and Lesa Wilson Create Plastic Pollution Video Series

Watch: Hannah Testa and Lesa Wilson Create Plastic Pollution Video Series

Jan. 7 - Passionate environmentalists and Plastic Pollution Coalition members Hannah Testa and Lesa Wilson have released a new video series on the plastic pollution crisis and how each of us can get involved.

550 Groups Ask Biden to Solve Plastic Pollution Crisis With Eight Executive Actions

550 Groups Ask Biden to Solve Plastic Pollution Crisis With Eight Executive Actions

Dec. 8 - Presidential Plastics Action Plan Urges Incoming President to Stop New Plastic Production, Regulate Petrochemical Industry, Reduce Plastic Pollution

TEDxPlasticPollutionCoalition Addresses Plastic Pollution, Climate, Justice & Health

TEDxPlasticPollutionCoalition Addresses Plastic Pollution, Climate, Justice & Health

Oct. 16 - Plastic Pollution Coalition hosted TEDxPlasticPollutionCoalition, where speakers from across the globe addressed plastic pollution and its connection to climate, justice, health, and equity.

New Report: Childhood Cancer Prevention is Possible

New Report: Childhood Cancer Prevention is Possible

Sept. 24 - A team of over 60 stakeholders and leaders have collaborated on a new report: Childhood Cancer: Cross-Sector Strategies for Prevention.

MADE SAFE® and Plastic Pollution Coalition Announce the Release of the Healthy Pregnancy Guide with Tips and Tools for Healthier Living

MADE SAFE® and Plastic Pollution Coalition Announce the Release of the Healthy Pregnancy Guide with Tips and Tools for Healthier Living

June 15 - Driven by science, MADE SAFE® and Plastic Pollution Coalition partnered to provide information, tools, and product recommendations to help parents-to-be.

Plastic Pollution Coalition Hosts Short Films + Q&A for Students and Teachers

Plastic Pollution Coalition Hosts Short Films + Q&A for Students and Teachers

April 10 - During the month of April, Plastic Pollution Coalition invites educators, teachers, and students to dive into plastic pollution and learn about solutions.

No 'Away': Why is the U.S. Still Offshoring Plastic Waste Around the World?

No 'Away': Why is the U.S. Still Offshoring Plastic Waste Around the World?

April 7 - Over the past year, we have called for an end to the irresponsible method the U.S. handles its plastic waste. Now, a new report shows how much plastic pollution the U.S. continues to export, even as yet another reason to end export of post-consumer plastic waste has appeared: coronavirus COVID-19.

100+ Fun and Educational Things To Do at Home

100+ Fun and Educational Things To Do at Home

Mar. 27 - As the COVID-19 global pandemic continues to spread, we all are grappling with its impact on our local communities and the world. If you are at home and looking for fun and educational activities, check out the below resources.