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Round Table China
EU bans microplastics to combat plastic pollution
Nov 14, 2023
Guests Niu Honglin and Xingyu discuss the microplastic problem and China's efforts to tackle plastic pollution. Brandon Yates explores factors behind personal energy levels. Topics include the ban on microplastics, eco-friendly alternatives, bamboo as a sustainable substitute, efforts to improve plastic quality, and the role of exercise in energy levels.
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- The European Commission has introduced a ban on microplastics, targeting products like cosmetics, sports equipment, toys, detergents, and pharmaceuticals, to combat the threat they pose to wildlife and human health.
- China's Blue Circle Environmental Initiative, using technologies like blockchain and the internet of things, has successfully collected over 10,000 tons of marine waste, becoming China's largest marine plastic waste recycling project and highlighting the importance of international collaboration in reducing pollution.
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Ban on Microplastics to Combat Plastic Pollution
The European Commission has introduced a ban on microplastics, which covers synthetic polymer particles less than 5 mm that are insoluble and non-degradable. This ban targets products like cosmetics, sports equipment, toys, detergents, and pharmaceuticals. These microplastics pose a threat to wildlife and enter the food chain, making them a concern for human health as well. While the ban may impact certain industries, alternative eco-friendly and biodegradable options are available.
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