Researchers evaluated data on ocean plastic and estimated the total number of pieces in the ocean is 170 trillion—and rising. Try to imagine the number 170,000,000,000,000—that’s 170 trillion.

How much plastic is floating in the world’s oceans? By the latest estimate, more than 170 trillion pieces. According to new analysis from the 5 Gyres Institute, a global nonprofit targeting plastic ...

If you've got a box of extra PVC pipes and fittings sitting your shed or garage from a previous project, you're halfway to ...

The set is designed for smaller pans, bowls, and tasks but functions just as well as larger utensils. Each beautifully made ...

In 1950, global plastic production was about 2 million tons. It’s now about 400 million tons – an increase of nearly 20,000%. As a material, it has seemingly limitless potential. Plastic is ...

For recyclers, a single-shaft shredder is a must-have piece of equipment in order to be competitive in today’s ever-changing landscape. Some of today’s shredders are equipped with blades that claw at ...

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