The invisible invasion

While research is still emerging, the ubiquity of microplastic exposure through food, water, and air has prompted scientists to call for more comprehensive studies on long-term health effects.

Microplastics may accelerate climate change

Recent research reveals microplastics are flooding the world’s oceans, diminishing their ability to absorb carbon dioxide, an essential process to regulate Earth’s temperature. Their presence in maritime environments has become ubiquitous and while their current effects may appear minimal, the study warns that their long-term impact will significantly intensify ocean warming and acidification.

Microplastic major problem

Australian researchers have found that compost is full of microplastics, with every kilogram of compost containing between 1,500 to 16,000 microplastic particles.