this is fun 🤩

a first for me: I did a TEDx talk! my background is in improvisational theatre (in addition to the science stuff of course) but for once I decided not to wing it and worked really hard on the narrative and slides and script. see for yourself--grateful to receive feedback 🙏 youtu.be/6rFJSryhj_Y?...

That’s right – plastic recycling is actually a MYTH. In our new report, Merchants of Myth, we explore the failures of plastic recycling after decades of being touted by corporations as a solution to the pollution crisis. Read the full report here: www.greenpeace.org/usa/merchant...

Sometimes, lately, the world seems to be spinning out of control. But were we ever really "in control"...? This article gives me hope: the future is essentially unpredictable which means that good things can happen too. Accept reality but never give up hoping for miracles. iai.tv/articles/bio...

The fabulous @anjakrieger.bsky.social has produced another superb, educational episode of her Plastisphere podcast, this time with Jane Muncke & @martiwag.bsky.social explaining the problems of plastic chemicals and their control (or, rather, lack thereof). Well worth a listen! #plasticpollution

Philadelphia filed an extremely thorough lawsuit on Wed against SC Johnson (Ziploc) and Bimbo Bakeries over claims that their plastic bags are recyclable, accusing the companies of engaging in a "coordinated campaign of deception." @grist.org grist.org/accountabili...

I really like this video. what an amazing collaboration ❤️

Our members, Drs. @leotrasande.bsky.social, @smbrander.bsky.social, and @jmuncke.bsky.social, attended INC5.2 to educate European delegates about the health effects of EDCs and how they interfere with the endocrine system. Learn about our EDCs: bit.ly/2LCRwAr #EDCs #PlasticsTreaty (1/4)

Our members, @leotrasande.bsky.social, MPP; Thomas Zoeller, PhD; @elleenvy.bsky.social; and @jmuncke.bsky.social, joined a panel of experts to discuss how science supports action at all governance levels to address and minimize exposure to EDCs: bit.ly/2simKTL @genevaenvironmentnetwork.org

I need to properly sort my thoughts out as it’s been a long two weeks, but I think framing these talks as a failure overlooks the fact that high ambition states refused to accept a waste management treaty where we go from here is unclear, but I think there remains grounds for optimism

Over the past few years, our PlastChem team has worked tirelessly to map the chemical complexity of #plastics. Today, we publish the findings in @nature.com. We hope this evidence propels the development of safer plastics to protect human health and environment. 1/4 www.nature.com/articles/s41...

If you've been waiting for some good news about #microplastics, well, you're going to have to keep waiting. @tonyrwalker1.bsky.social @winniecj.bsky.social @jmuncke.bsky.social medium.com/@kimbellard/...

“The science is established that mixtures of chemicals present below the individual threshold can cause effects,” said @jmuncke.bsky.social of @fpff.bsky.social. Scientists say the FDA must fix food packaging rules for #MAHA to matter. ⤵️ www.thenewlede.org/2025/06/fda-...

thought provoking: what if governments considered ecosystem stability as critical for society (as they should)? What if progressive countries formed a NATO for nature? www.wackernagel.info/post/nato-fo...

Review in Nature Medicine about health impacts of synthetic chemicals in food - behind a pay wall unfortunately www.nature.com/articles/s41...

just out: www.nature.com/articles/s41... we review types and sources of stnthetic chemicals in foods, focus on health impacts of ultra-processed foods and food contact chemicals and discuss how to mitigate the risks

worth watching: We are all Plastic People now www.pbs.org/video/were-a...

How to create a #nature-literate society. My latest article @theconversation.com Revaluing naturalists' skills is essential for a future where we work with, not against, nature. Notice Name Nurture #GreenJobs theconversation.com/heres-how-to... @uclnews.bsky.social @curlewaction.bsky.social

looking for empirical evidence on specific chemicals that leach from plastic (and other materials) into food? check out our updated FCCmigex systematic evidence map. 👇

Please repost to get the word out! @nkgarg.bsky.social and I are excited to present a personalized feed for academics! It shows posts about papers from accounts you’re following bsky.app/profile/pape...

if you're (still) interested in the science behind #microplastics #health and the role of food packaging www.nationalacademies.org/event/44668_...

➡️ just out: Plastics matter in the food system. What is the role plastic plays as enabler of unsustainable food consumption? What indicators are needed to monitor change towards sustainability for the food system? www.nature.com/articles/s43...

How about we all take a moment to thank President Trump? I'm thankful for being reminded that freedom and peace are not something that should be taken for granted, ever, and that decent diplomacy is critical in this. And maybe add human decency to that list, too.

Tom Perkins at the Guardian reports on research that found that consuming food from plastic takeout containers may significantly increase the risk of congestive heart failure. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

This morning’s CUSP Stakeholder Meeting at the European Commission brought together experts to tackle key questions on regulation, awareness & media. The consensus? More research is crucial. The CUSP Roadmap will help guide future efforts - science, policy & action must go hand in hand!

Plastics: The Dinosaur in the Room At the Belgian Institute of Natural History, where fossils tell Earth’s past, we’re tackling a modern challenge: the health effects of micro- & nanoplastics. Stay tuned for further updates, as the CUSP Final Scientific Conference is in full swing.

what an amazing team ❤️🙏👌 so grateful to be a part of this, so happy we had such a fantastic meeting 🤩

We’re excited to join Bluesky and share the latest on micro/nanoplastics and health! Today kicks off the CUSP Final Scientific Conference in Brussels, where key research on MNPs & health is presented. European Commission reps discussed policy & future research needs. Stay tuned for more updates!

Super proud of this co-publication with @emdashsanders.bsky.social at ExxonKnews, about the DOE's unusual relationship with plastics industry lobbying groups. @gristnews.bsky.social grist.org/accountabili...

If "recycling" requires a constant stream of virgin plastic products, then what's the point? My cover story for @gristnews.bsky.social is about the problem of "downcycling," whereby used materials get downgraded into lower-quality products that can't themselves be recycled. grist.org/accountabili...

🛑 Observers struggled to follow #PlasticsTreaty talks in Busan due to closed-door meetings. 📨 We sent an open letter urging the INC Bureau to uphold observer rights and boost transparency. 👇

What’s the root cause of climate change and pollution? and how to tackle both issues without causing new problems? 👉 insideclimatenews.org/news/1202202...

Hi folks! I made a starter pack of #plastic scientists -- many of whom closely follow the #plasticstreaty negotiations. Check them out! go.bsky.app/QA29MA

Follow the Scientists’ Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty ➡️ bsky.app/profile/scie...

I love this. By Nikki McClure one of my favorite contemporary artists

happy to report that two of our peer-reviewed publications from @fpffoundation.bsky.social are listed in Wikipedia's 2024 in science en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024_in...

Forever fooled by the same PR tactics...? or will we be smart enought to see through the spin doctoring and do what is needed to protect the health of current and future humans & other living beings #ThereIsNoPlanetB #TwoPlusTwoIsFive

#PFAS, or forever chemicals, are widespread. Check out our new report which shows how EU’s proposed PFAS restriction is at serious risk of being hijacked by corporate lobbying. Read it here and sign the petition for a #ToxicFreeEurope 👉 corporateeurope.org/en/chemical-...

👉 #UNEP new report "What's cooking? An assessment of the potential impacts of selected novel alternatives to conventional animal products." 🧐Why are #chemical #migration from #foodprocessing equipment & #foodpackaging and #plasticchemicals' #healthimpacts not addressed? shorturl.at/9J1kl

#KeyCharacteristics of metabolism disruptors a “framework to identify [chemicals] …that might have unintended effects on human metabolism […] obesity, diabetes mellitus, metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), and the metabolic syndrome.” www.nature.com/articles/s41...

Humanity’s survival on Earth depends on healthy land & soil. Yet land degradation continues at an alarming rate. #WorldEnvironmentDay served as an important reminder that change starts with all of us – we are #GenerationRestoration. worldenvironmentday.global #YearInReview

A glorious essay. I vividly remember watching American Beauty and feeling mesmerized by that dancing plastic bag. Beautiful and horrid at once.

“Oh Lord, give us the courage to fight for what is right, and the humility to know when we are wrong. Amen.” Ken Follett, Armor of Light. Seems like a good thing to hope & pray for, even for atheists.

Toxicologist @jmuncke.bsky.social talks about how 60+ "high ambition" countries in the U.N. are trying to stop the petrochemical industry from increasing plastic production due to decreasing fuel demand. www.thegreatsimplification.com/episode/154-...

A beautiful setting Perfect for our team retreat ❤️ Saying goodbye to 2024 Planning for 2025 @fpffoundation.bsky.social

Nothing beats fresh snow Best way to clear your mind #snowshoeing with our fabulous @fpffoundation.bsky.social team ❤️❤️❤️

Trying to make sense of what just happened in Busan at #plasticstreaty negotiations

A must read for any [environmental] scientist trying to figure out what the hell is going on. Basically, it’s human behavior that is driving overconsumption and overshoot, and new approaches are needed to address this. Tricky, but important. journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1...