Citing potential worker shortages and the effects of restricted travel and social distancing, the Environmental Protection Agency announced a “sweeping suspension” of environmental regulations that some say gives companies free rein to pollute.

Also known as superworms, the scavengers are able to digest the plastic, opening up the possibility of harnessing their abilities to help tackle our pollution crisis.

Seabirds in Norway use fishing debris to construct nests.

Studies on various roadside layouts and species tend to yield different results for plants’ effectiveness at alleviating pollution.

The changes would further restrict which scientific findings can be used in drafting regulations.

Evidence is accumulating that breathing contaminated air might impair cognition.

Contaminants in the atmosphere appear to have harmful effects on neurodevelopment and cognitive function.

A new report finds no evidence of a current danger from microplastics, but the World Health Organization urges further research.

Runoff and waste may be more harmful to the animals than climate change.