At Grale, we are dedicated to ending the plastic pollution crisis and building a truly circular future. Here, we share insights, research, and stories about the challenges and solutions shaping the fight against plastic waste. Explore the latest developments in technology, sustainability, and innovation with us.
Microplastics have long been considered an environmental problem. But recent research suggests something far more unsettling: these particles may be accumulating inside the human brain. A 2026 study published in...
Paper cups are often seen as a sustainable alternative to plastic, but most people don’t realize they actually contain plastic. A thin inner lining (usually polyethylene) is added to prevent...
It sounds unbelievable, almost like a headline designed to shock rather than inform. But research suggests that the average human are ingesting the equivalent of a credit card’s worth of...
For many people, drinking tea is a comforting daily ritual. Whether it’s a morning wake-up cup or an evening moment of relaxation, tea is often seen as one of the...
Plastic packaging is everywhere from food containers and beverage bottles to product wrapping. While plastics have made modern life more convenient, new research on nanoplastics is raising serious questions about...
During the Alpine Ski World Cup in Åre, on March 13–15, organizers are taking a concrete step toward more sustainable waste management. In collaboration with the Swedish innovation company Grale,...
Microplastics have become a growing environmental and public health concern. These particles are now found in air, water, soil, and many everyday products, and exposure occurs through food, drinking water, and...
Stockholm is preparing for a major shift in how waste is managed. By January 1, 2027, households will be able to sort packaging waste directly at their property. Plastic, paper,...
A recent pilot study has made headlines around the world: microplastics were found inside the tumors of most men diagnosed with prostate cancer. These findings raise important questions about how...
Recent scientific reviews are raising important questions about how microplastics might be more than an environmental nuisance. Emerging evidence suggests they may interact with biological pathways linked to neurological conditions,...
The numbers in this graphic are a sobering reminder of why our mission at Grale is so urgent. A plastic bottle used for 15 minutes can persist in our environment...
Microplastics (plastic pieces smaller than 5 millimeters) and nanoplastics (even smaller particles, often invisible to the eye) are now found in food, drinking water, and air. Because we swallow small...
Plastic cutting boards are convenient, cheap, and easy to sanitize but there’s a tradeoff most of us never think about. Every time a knife hits a plastic surface, it doesn’t...
