In the European battle against plastic pollution, an important step was taken in 2019 with the publication of a directive prohibiting the production and sale of single-use plastics. However, shortly thereafter, a concerning issue arose regarding products marketed as “washable” alternatives. Are these products genuinely environmentally friendly, or are they just a marketing trick?
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Among the various environmental problems facing our world, the concept of “microplastics” has emerged as a new, ubiquitous, and urgent challenge. Additionally, as microplastics penetrate various ecosystems—ranging from the oceans and soil to the food chain itself—the scale of their impact is increasingly alarming. Today, let’s focus on the most significant issues and recent developments related to the ongoing fight against microplastics.