Case Studies of Macro- and Microplastics Pollution in Coastal Waters and Rivers: Is There a Solution With New Removal Technologies and Policy Actions?
Year of Publication
2020
This opinion paper on microplastics pollution discusses if there is a solution to the global problem by developing new microplastics removal technologies as well as policy actions.
Source:
Science Direct
Author(s):
D. Barcelo
Y. Pico
Geography:
Global
Type:
Case Study
Purpose of Measurement:
Understanding the Problem, Solution Sets and Impact Potential
Impact theme(s):
Material Flows, Oceans
This opinion paper on microplastics pollution discusses if there is a solution to the global problem by developing new microplastics removal technologies as well as policy actions. The first two case studies are related with macroplastics marine litter in beaches, a third report describes a new simple sampling device for microplastics in coastal and nearshore areas, five case study assess microplastics pollution in worldwide coastal environments, sediments and catchments (India, Mexico, Australia, Europe and the Nordic Sea). Finally, different technologies to remove microplastics are highlighted as well as policy solutions are listed to tackle this global problem with coordinated actions.