Highlights in Science Engineering and Technology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
69, P. 83 - 88
Published: Nov. 6, 2023
Microplastics
(MPs)
are
tiny
plastic
shards
with
a
diameter
of
less
than
5
millimeters
that
produced
by
many
processes
like
the
splintering
synthetic
fibers.
MPs
pollution
has
become
serious
problem
for
ecosystem.
These
minute
fragments
already
pervasive
in
terrestrial
and
aquatic
habitats,
endangering
wildlife,
ecosystems,
perhaps
even
human
health.
This
paper
lists
compares
various
treatment
methods,
explains
potential
hazards
MPs,
concludes
recommendations
comparing
policies
measures
different
countries.
In
this
paper,
methods
classified
as
physical,
chemical
biological
based
on
mechanisms
action,
new
found
to
have
advantage
saving
resources
improving
removal
efficiency.
The
seen
restriction
activities
marine
organisms,
leading
drowning,
asphyxiation
or
inflammatory
reactions,
population,
where
they
enter
system
through
food
chain
accumulate
tissues,
ultimately
Furthermore,
taken
countries
deal
waste,
should
develop
compatible
disposal
MPs.
study
important
implications
development
innovation
technology,
providing
more
effective
sustainable
solution
address
pollution.
Waste Management & Research The Journal for a Sustainable Circular Economy,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
41(9), P. 1460 - 1468
Published: March 15, 2023
Consumer
attitudes
and
behaviour
regarding
consumption
of
plastic
goods
proper
waste
management
are
importance
for
reducing
microplastic
(MP)
pollution.
Therefore,
based
on
Eurobarometer
survey,
this
study
aims
to
analyse
European
related
pollution
reduction.
Europeans
acknowledge
marine
river
as
important
environmental
problems
worried
about
plastics
MP
impacts.
However,
does
not
translate
into
reduction
behaviours.
Regression
analysis
show
that
analysed
behaviours
likely
be
undertaken
by
women,
younger,
with
higher
incomes
respondents
those
who
express
worry
Industry
big
companies
seen
having
the
main
role
in
littering,
chargers
single
use
being
less
important.
Respondents
also
stress
education.
Hence,
focus
concrete
steps
reduce
waste,
highlighting
interaction
individual
actions
environment
should
given.
Research Square (Research Square),
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Oct. 5, 2023
Abstract
Microplastics,
an
emerging
pollutant,
have
garnered
widespread
attention
due
to
potential
repercussions
on
human
health
and
the
environment.
Given
critical
role
of
seafood
in
food
security,
growing
concerns
about
microplastics
might
be
detrimental
meeting
future
global
demand.
This
study
employs
a
discrete
choice
experiment
investigate
Chilean
consumers'
preferences
for
technology
aimed
at
mitigating
microplastic
levels
mussels.
Using
between-subjects
design
with
information
treatments,
we
examined
impact
informing
consumers
environmental
effects
linked
pollution
their
valuation
technology.
We
found
that
treatments
increased
consumers’
willingness
pay
them.
Specifically,
mussels
90%
depuration
efficiency
certification
is
around
US$
4.
The
provision
price
premium
by
56%,
while
it
21%.
Furthermore,
combined
significantly
probability
non-purchasing
behavior
22.8%
risk
perception
5.8%.
These
results
emphasize
shaping
consumer
provide
evidence
validating
investment
research
development
related
mitigation
measures.
Highlights in Science Engineering and Technology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
69, P. 83 - 88
Published: Nov. 6, 2023
Microplastics
(MPs)
are
tiny
plastic
shards
with
a
diameter
of
less
than
5
millimeters
that
produced
by
many
processes
like
the
splintering
synthetic
fibers.
MPs
pollution
has
become
serious
problem
for
ecosystem.
These
minute
fragments
already
pervasive
in
terrestrial
and
aquatic
habitats,
endangering
wildlife,
ecosystems,
perhaps
even
human
health.
This
paper
lists
compares
various
treatment
methods,
explains
potential
hazards
MPs,
concludes
recommendations
comparing
policies
measures
different
countries.
In
this
paper,
methods
classified
as
physical,
chemical
biological
based
on
mechanisms
action,
new
found
to
have
advantage
saving
resources
improving
removal
efficiency.
The
seen
restriction
activities
marine
organisms,
leading
drowning,
asphyxiation
or
inflammatory
reactions,
population,
where
they
enter
system
through
food
chain
accumulate
tissues,
ultimately
Furthermore,
taken
countries
deal
waste,
should
develop
compatible
disposal
MPs.
study
important
implications
development
innovation
technology,
providing
more
effective
sustainable
solution
address
pollution.
