Snahy o zníženie kontaminácie vodného prostredia plastmi prostredníctvom obmedzenia používania mikroperličiek

The pollution of aquatic environments due to plastic debris has been a growing concern for decades. With the rising production of plastics, the amount of plastic debris entering the seas and oceans has increased as well. Additionally, microbeads have been identified as a source of plastic pollution. They are often used in cosmetic and personal care products. Even though microbeads account for only a small percentage of plastic pollution, they pose threat for both marine life and humans. To prevent environmental pollution from this type of plastic material, several activist groups have established campaigns to fight against microplastics, and similar measures have also been taken at national and international levels. These efforts have also been supported by some cosmetics companies, which have decided to remove microbeads from their products and replace them with naturally degradable alternatives. However, many regulations have loopholes that reduce their effectiveness in eliminating microbeads in cosmetics and personal care products. This bachelor thesis examines the sources of plastic pollution and analyses the measures related to its reduction. It also puts forth recommendations for increasing the effectiveness of these measures and ways to increase consumer awareness of the existence of microbeads and their negative impacts on the environment.