Newsom scuttled the finalization of a landmark waste law, leading CalRecycle to propose new rules. Critics say the rules pander to industry by making broad exemptions.| Los Angeles Times
New study: As global plastic production grows, so too does the concentration of microplastics in our bodies.| Los Angeles Times
Gen Z has been heralded as being more invested in environmental issues. But a discussion with 'green' youths suggests the plastic habit may be hard to break.| Los Angeles Times
Plastic pollutes oceans, food, your body. Yet nations are divided over a global treaty. Why all eyes are on talks for a U.N.-led accord to cut plastic waste.| Los Angeles Times
Researchers found high levels of microplastics in human and dog testes. They say their presence could be behind a trend in diminishing sperm quantity and quality around the globe.| Los Angeles Times
Lawmakers passed two identical laws to close a loophole that allowed stores to offer 'reusable' plastic bags at checkout despite 2014 legislation meant to ban plastic bags.| Los Angeles Times