Global action is urgently needed to tackle microplastic – and the problem has never been more pressing.

In short, microplastics are widespread, accumulating in the remotest parts of our planet. There is evidence of their toxic effects at every level of biological organisation, from tiny insects at the bottom of the food chain to apex predators.

Microplastics are pervasive in food and drink and have been detected throughout the human body. Evidence of their harmful effects is emerging.

The scientific evidence is now more than sufficient: collective global action is urgently needed to tackle microplastics – and the problem has never been more pressing.

  • PennomiEnglish
    1•3 months ago

    If they are saying gastrointestinal blockage is an effect of microplastics, I’m really worried about their methodology.

    • @[email protected]English
      1•3 months ago

      Oh well I guess we should trust your opinion on this instead of the scientists, since you apparently didn’t even read this review article or its sources but already know more than them.

      Scientists: “We have overwhelming evidence of how microplastics are negatively affecting life and ecosystems all over the world.”

      You: “But how does that affect me? I’m not being choked by microplastics.”