PSF scientific statement must convince European Commission
Only if the EC will extend the restriction to synthetic polymers. will it be able to protect our environment.
Beat the microbead
This is the time for a ban on intentionally added microplastics
The European Chemicals Agency has released a proposal on a restriction on intentionally added microplastics. However, the paper has several shortcomings. It is now up to the European Commission and member states to pursue more far-reaching legislation to restrict the use of all intentionally added microplastics.
Liquid microplastics in cosmetics are the new battleground
While the solid microplastics might be banned, it is still unclear whether this also applies to the liquid microplastics.
Swiss Alps: microplastics everywhere
Amsterdam, 4 May 2018 – By now it is almost too obvious to state that all across the world plastic […]
Microbeads hinder the growth of duckweed
Microplastics can have a negative effect on floating aquatic plants like duckweed and hinder their growth. This is the conclusion […]
British cosmetics industry: Plastic liquids are not hazardous
After holding a consultation round, the British Government recently announced a ban on microbeads in personal care products to take […]
UK: ban on microbeads in cosmetics
On 21 July, the British government announced a ban on microbeads in cosmetics. The ban on production will take effect […]
Garbage patch larger than France and Germany discovered in the South Pacific Ocean
The Algalita Marine Research and Education Foundation has returned from an expedition to the South Pacific Gyre in the South […]
Nanoplastics in scrubs with plastic microbeads
Many people regularly use scrubs when they shower. Scrubs are made using large mixers that mix all the ingredients. The […]
Microplastic pollution in Antarctica extremely serious
Until now Antarctica was seen as a pristine and untouched wilderness with relatively little plastic pollution, but the opposite is […]
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European supermarkets under fire in new research
Large European supermarkets can and should do much more to reduce their plastic usage.
The best cosmetics without microplastics
With our Beat the Microbead- app, you can scan all your personal care products yourself to see if they contain plastic. Our research shows that 9 out of 10 cosmetics products contain microplastics.
Scientists call for a worldwide cap on plastic production
In a letter submitted to Science, scientists argue for a cap on plastic production. It is the only way to stop plastic pollution.
Plastic confronts scientists with new natural phenomenon
Plastic pollution manifests itself in nature in different ways. Scientists are starting to understand these new and unexpected ‘natural phenomena’.
