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Southeast Asia’s environmental challenges: emergence of new contaminants and advancements in testing methods
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This review examines the growing threat of emerging contaminants in Southeast Asia, including microplastics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial chemicals, as the region undergoes rapid industrialization. The pollutants are increasingly found in water, soil, and living organisms across the region, posing risks to both ecosystems and human health. The review emphasizes that better monitoring and testing methods are urgently needed to understand and manage these environmental threats in developing nations.
Emerging contaminants, including pharmaceuticals, personal care products, microplastics, and per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, pose a major threat to both ecosystems and human health in Southeast Asia. As this region undergoes rapid industrialization and urbanization, the increasing presence of unconventional pollutants in water bodies, soil, and various organisms has become an alarming concern. This review comprehensively examines the environmental challenges posed by emerging contaminants in Southeast Asia and recent progress in toxicity testing methods. We discuss the diverse range of emerging contaminants found in Southeast Asia, shedding light on their causes and effects on ecosystems, and emphasize the need for robust toxicological testing methods. This review is a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and environmental practitioners working to mitigate the impacts of emerging contaminants and secure a sustainable future for Southeast Asia.
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