Removal of microplastic for a sustainable strategy by microbial biodegradation
Predictions indicate a concerning surge in plastic waste, expected to reach 380 million tonnes by 2040 from 188 million tonnes in 2016. Strategies to combat this could reduce yearly waste to 140 million tonnes, but this may not fully address existing pollution levels. Urgent action is needed to devi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2024-06-01
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Series: | Sustainable Chemistry for the Environment |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2949839224000312 |