Microplastics: GESAMP releases new report

The comprehensive report on 'Sources, Fate and Effects of Microplastics in the Marine Environment: Part 2 of a Global Assessment' expands on an earlier study published in 2015. Sources and fate of potential ecological impacts of microplastics are investigated in greater depth and recommendations for further work are included.

To download the full report please click on the link below:

http://www.gesamp.org/site/assets/files/1275/sources-fate-and-effects-of-microplastics-in-the-marine-environment-part-2-of-a-global-assessment-en.pdf