Solving the world’s microplastics problem: 4 solutions cities and states are trying after global treaty talks collapsed

The world puts a lot of unnecessary microplastics into the environment − such as glitter in makeup. Even better filters in washing machines could help.

By: Sarah J. Morath, Wake Forest University, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: January 11, 2026

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Last Updated: 2 months, 1 week ago

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By Sarah J. Morath, Wake Forest University

Microplastics seem to be everywhere – in the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat. They have turned up in human organs, blood, testicles, placentas and even brains.

While the full health consequences of that exposure are not yet known, researchers are exploring potential links between microplastics and negative health effects such as male infertility, inflammation, liver disease …

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