Although plastic is one of the most commonly used materials in our everyday life, the current
linear economy ('produce, use and dispose') engenders high risks to human health in …

Abstract Micro/nanoplastics (MP/NPs) are emerging global pollutants that garnered
enormous attention due to their potential threat to the ecosystem in virtue of their persistence …

Since the publication of the European Union's Circular Economy Action Plan in 2015, this
new sustainability paradigm has become a guiding force behind the environmental and …

There is currently a shift from petrochemical to bio-based plastics (bioplastics). The
application of comprehensive and appropriately designed LCA studies are imperative to …

Plastic pollution is a pervasive and escalating global environmental problem, named among
the most serious environmental issues globally, after climate change. A large percentage of …

Microplastic pollution is a major threat to the marine environment attracting attention from
scientific and public communities. Although we have sufficient evidence that microplastic is …

Global plastic production is rapidly increasing, resulting in significant amounts of plastic
entering the marine environment. This makes marine litter one of the most critical …

Today, the scientific community is facing crucial challenges in delivering a healthier world for
future generations. Among these, the quest for circular and sustainable approaches for …

When plastics enter the environment, they are exposed to abiotic and biotic impacts,
resulting in degradation and the formation of micro-and nanoplastic. Microplastic is …

Numerous studies have reported the presence of microplastics (MPs) in waste collection
and disposal systems. However, current scientific studies on measuring MP occurrence in a …