Introduction
In the sustainability agenda, the topic of microplastic has become increasingly critical.
Microplastics are small plastic particles that originate from the breakdown of larger plastic debris over time. They continue to decay into even smaller particles and are found in various environments, including oceans, rivers, and soil. They can enter the human body through food and water.
Research indicates that 60% of fish studied globally contain microplastics. These particles are also ingested by birds and mammals. While humans are likely able to clear the vast majority (>90%) of ingested microplastics from their systems, according to Current Environmental Health Reports, questions still remain about the chemicals entering the body from microplastics and the fate of those microplastics that we do not excrete. It is worth mentioning that even though microplastic is biologically inert and there are no studies showing clear harm to organisms, its quantity is steadily growing, and its impact on ecosystems and organisms may become more noticeable over time.
At Woopack, as part of our commitment to social responsibility, we recognize the following possible approaches to mitigate the potential threat of microplastics:
Microplastics are small plastic particles that originate from the breakdown of larger plastic debris over time. They continue to decay into even smaller particles and are found in various environments, including oceans, rivers, and soil. They can enter the human body through food and water.
Research indicates that 60% of fish studied globally contain microplastics. These particles are also ingested by birds and mammals. While humans are likely able to clear the vast majority (>90%) of ingested microplastics from their systems, according to Current Environmental Health Reports, questions still remain about the chemicals entering the body from microplastics and the fate of those microplastics that we do not excrete. It is worth mentioning that even though microplastic is biologically inert and there are no studies showing clear harm to organisms, its quantity is steadily growing, and its impact on ecosystems and organisms may become more noticeable over time.
At Woopack, as part of our commitment to social responsibility, we recognize the following possible approaches to mitigate the potential threat of microplastics:
