Tag #Microplastics

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Germany Tightens Biowaste Rules to Curb Plastic Contamination

Germany introduces stricter rules on May 1st, limiting plastic in biowaste to 1% by weight to improve compost quality and reduce microplastic pollution, impacting waste management companies and potentially consumers indirectly.

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EU Approves Law to Curb Plastic Pellet Pollution

The EU is implementing a new law to prevent plastic pellet spillage during transport, spurred by a major pollution incident in Galicia; the law will regulate all supply chain sectors, including maritime, mandating risk management plans and inspections.

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Boiling Water Significantly Reduces Microplastics in Drinking Water

A study shows boiling water reduces microplastics by 25-90%, depending on water hardness, offering a potential solution to mitigate human microplastic ingestion, although further research is needed.

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Microplastics in Food: Sources, Impacts, and Mitigation Strategies

Numerous seemingly healthy foods, including carrots, apples, and plant-based nuggets, contain high levels of microplastics due to environmental contamination and processing; reducing consumption of these items and opting for less-processed alternatives can help mitigate exposure.

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Coca-Cola Projected to Contribute 602,000 Metric Tons of Plastic to Ocean Pollution by 2030

By 2030, Coca-Cola's plastic waste will contribute an estimated 602,000 metric tons to ocean pollution annually, according to Oceana, due to projected sales growth and reliance on single-use packaging; the company dropped its 25% reusable packaging goal.

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Life Below Water
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Individuals Demonstrate Significant Plastic Waste Reduction Through Sustainable Lifestyle Choices

The article highlights the significant plastic reduction efforts of Helen Mann and Liz Price, showcasing their use of plastic-free alternatives and sustainable practices, contrasting their dedication with the growing problem of plastic pollution from sources like Russian plastic bottles washing up o...

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Fashion's Pollution Crisis: Carbon Emissions, Water Contamination, and Microplastics

The fashion industry generates about 10% of global carbon emissions, exceeding that of international flights and maritime shipping; textile dyeing and treatment contribute 20% of global industrial water pollution; and 35% of ocean microplastics originate from synthetic textiles, highlighting the ind...

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Anthocyanin-Rich Foods May Counteract Microplastic Damage

A review of 89 studies suggests anthocyanins, antioxidants in deeply colored fruits and vegetables, may neutralize free radicals released by microplastics, reducing cellular damage and inflammation; further research is needed in humans.

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Microplastics in Food: Widespread Contamination and Growing Health Concerns

Studies reveal that microplastics are leaching into our food and drinks from common sources, accumulating in human bodies and raising concerns about cardiovascular mortality, hormone-sensitive cancers, and other health risks.

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Coca-Cola Projected to Contribute 602,000 Metric Tons of Plastic Waste to Oceans by 2030

By 2030, Coca-Cola products are projected to contribute 602,000 metric tons of plastic waste annually to oceans, equivalent to filling the stomachs of 18 million whales, according to Oceana's analysis of Coca-Cola's packaging data and sales forecasts, highlighting the company's significant impact on...

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Life Below Water
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Microplastics Found in Lungs of All Birds Studied

A study analyzing the lungs of 51 bird species at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport found microplastics in every bird, averaging 416 particles per gram of lung tissue, with higher levels in terrestrial and larger birds, highlighting the pervasiveness of airborne microplastic pollution.

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Life on Land
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Microplastics Reduce Crop Yields by 12%, Exacerbating Food Security Concerns

New research indicates microplastics reduce crop photosynthesis by approximately 12%, significantly impacting global food security; this, coupled with the failure of a UN treaty on plastic pollution, raises serious concerns.

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