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Scientific literacy

Why everyone should understand climate change

Scientific literacy can boost awareness of global warming – and inspire faith in viable solutions

Microplastics

Scientists consider tiny chemicals to be health hazards

Microplastics probably have detrimental impacts on human health

Schools

Eight-week module on plastic waste for school curricula

The kNOw PLASTICS programme makes students understand waste problems and change their lifestyle accordingly

Global environment

Waste less to avoid being inundated by plastic

An Indian NGO is raising awareness of why plastic waste is threatening our future

Environmental sustainability

First steps towards keeping environment toxin free

The EU wants its sustainable chemicals strategy to set global standards

Global environment

Trailblazing UN conference

The international conference on chemicals management had to be postponed, but Germany intends to keep promoting the cause

Environmental hazards

Stop global trend of chemical intensification

Application of chemicals must become safer and more sustainable

Special interests

The public good must not be left to powerful billionaires

Beware of plutocrats’ self-interest, even when they engage in philanthropy

Agriculture

Pesticides are useful, but must be applied responsibly

Africa is starting to catch up with other regions in regard to pest control

Our view

Chemical intensification set to breach planetary boundaries

Only global cooperation can bring about sound chemicals management and sustainability

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