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microplastics
January 17, 2018
European Commission adopts EU-wide strategy for plastics in the circular economy, aims to make all plastic packaging recyclable, reduce single-use plastics, ban intentional microplastics
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January 9, 2018
EU Commission seeks feedback regarding actions on single-use plastics to reduce marine litter; consultation open until February 12, 2018
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November 17, 2017
Scientists detect microplastics in mineral waters packed in plastic bottles, glass bottles, beverage cartons; highest content found in carbonated water from refillable plastic bottles; packaging is one possible contamination source
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November 7, 2017
Statement from Ellen MacArthur Foundation calls for global ban on oxo-degradable plastic packaging; signatories include major businesses, trade associations, NGOs, scientists and government representatives
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September 26, 2017
Swedish Chemicals Agency to map hazardous substances in rubber, silicone, paper and board, targeting chemicals of concern not yet regulated in the EU
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September 26, 2017
Danish Environmental Protection Agency to measure microplastics in drinking water; study to be completed by early 2018
Topics: microplastics, plastics
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August 31, 2017
MAVA Foundation funds FPF-led research project; focus on human and environmental health, socio-economic impact and substitution of hazardous chemicals in plastic packaging; multi-partner collaboration involving academics and NGOs from Europe, US
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August 31, 2017
The Food Packaging Forum is leading a multi-partner research project on "Hazardous chemicals in plastic packaging: State of the art, prioritization, and assessment." The project runs from 2017 until 2019.
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August 28, 2017
City of Seattle enforces ban on disposable plastic straws and utensils at restaurants, promotes compostable and reusable alternatives
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August 17, 2017
New study provides evidence that fish eat plastic debris because it acquires the smell of their food when residing in the ocean
Topics: microplastics, plastics
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