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Steering Microplastic Governance to Meet SDGs and Planetary Boundaries
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This brief commentary highlights the work of Finland's national audit office in leading an international working group on environmental auditing, with a focus on steering microplastic governance to align with global sustainability goals and planetary boundaries. It underscores the importance of government accountability institutions in addressing emerging pollutants like microplastics.
As SAI Finland concludes its term as Chair of INTOSAI's Working Group on Environmental Auditing (WGEA), I would like to thank all member SAIs for their engagement and constructive cooperation over the past 6 years.I also wish to highlight the remarkable dedication of Dr. Vivi Niemenmaa, who
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