Microplastic Pollution Poses Escalating Global Threat, Urgent Action Needed

New study reveals microplastics are pervasive in the environment and human bodies, with severe ecological and health impacts expected to worsen by 2040.

A comprehensive review highlights that microplastic pollution could more than double by 2040, even without new plastic production.
Microplastics have been detected in over 1,300 marine species and are now found in human organs, including placentas and brains.
The study emphasizes the need for global cooperation and stronger regulations to manage plastic waste and reduce new plastic production.
Researchers call for a multidisciplinary approach to address the problem, involving natural sciences, social sciences, and economics.
Current mitigation efforts, such as recycling programs and plastic bans, are deemed insufficient to tackle the growing volume of plastic waste.