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A study reveals that microplastics are accumulating in the human body through common foods and air, causing gut inflammation, weakening immunity, and increasing health risks, highlighting the urgent need for public awareness and stricter plastic pollution policies.
Amazon is replacing plastic air pillows with recycled paper for packaging in North America, aiming to eliminate almost 15 billion plastic air pillows annually by year-end. This move, part of Amazon's largest plastic reduction effort in the region, is driven by environmental concerns and customer satisfaction. The company has already transitioned 95% of its packaging to paper filler, which offers better protection and is easier to handle. Environmental groups and investors have welcomed the change but urge Amazon to further reduce single-use plastics and explore reusable packaging options.
Amazon has replaced 95% of plastic air pillows in North American delivery packaging with paper filler, aiming for full removal by year-end. This initiative, part of a broader effort to reduce plastic use, will eliminate nearly 15 billion plastic air pillows annually. The paper filler, made from 100% recycled content, offers equal or better protection and is curbside recyclable. This move aligns with Amazon's ongoing sustainability goals, including reducing packaging waste and increasing recyclability.
Starbucks has introduced a new line of cold beverage cups made with up to 20% less plastic, part of the company’s commitment to reduce its carbon, water, and waste footprints by 2030. The cups are set to debut in U.S. and Canadian stores this month and are projected to save emissions equivalent to taking 5,200 cars off the road annually, while also conserving about 2,800 Olympic-sized swimming pools of water. Additionally, Starbucks will now allow the use of reusable cups for drive-thru and mobile orders, offering a 10-cent discount to customers who bring their own cups.