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Circular Economy and Sustainable DevelopmentGoals in the Reduction of Global Nano(Micro) Plastic Pollution

Genes 2024 6 citations ? Citation count from OpenAlex, updated daily. May differ slightly from the publisher's own count.
Ai Shan Jiang Abudurexitia, Zulihuma Abulikemu, Jean Pierre Bavumiragira

Summary

Researchers examined how circular economy principles and UN Sustainable Development Goals can be leveraged to reduce global nano- and microplastic pollution, arguing that systemic shifts in production, consumption, and waste governance are needed to curb the persistent environmental accumulation of plastics.

The pervasive environmental buildup of plastics is spurred by their ever-increasing usage and enduring nature, presenting a significant environmental challenge confronting contemporary societies. Ecosystems, the economy, and living forms are all susceptible to the adverse effects of the abundance...

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