What we’ve learned in the last 50 years.
Author Archives: UofTTrashTeam
How Much is Too Much?
When it comes to plastic pollution, are we crossing thresholds for risk?
The Urban Litter Challenge Returns
A record-breaking cleanup weekend!
Wet Wipes vs. Sewer Pipes: Our Findings so Far
How Toronto’s combined sewers release flushed plastic wet wipes directly into aquatic ecosystems.
Inspiring Youth Leadership: Tracking Trash in Local Rivers
An interview with high school students Ritvik and Suraj.
A Fresh and Clean Start to the School Year
Our Urban Litter Challenge brought together volunteers in a united effort for a cleaner watershed.
The Adventures of a Fighting Floatables Research Assistant
During the summer of 2023, Fighting Floatables research assistants collected and identified floating trash from Lake Ontario.
Cleaning Our Neighbourhoods: From Beaches to Parks
Another successful Urban Litter Challenge across the GTA and Peel region
Harnessing Trash Traps for Education and Outreach
How organizations around the globe are using trash traps to create awareness of plastic pollution.
Taking Action on Shoreline Litter
Cleaning up the shoreline at Sir Casimir Gzowski Park