Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 8, 2023

Dr Rosa Busquets is Associate Professor in Analytical Chemistry and Forensics at Kingston University What are microplastics, why are they such a problem and what can be done to reduce the pollution they cause? From studies involving organisms, we know that microplastics can cause inflammation, which is a common step in many diseases.

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Microplastics Pollution Plastics Biodegradable 130

The Verge: Energy

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

A recent Pew Charitable Trusts report found that 78 percent of ocean microplastics are synthetic tire rubber, which makes efforts to cut down on microfiber pollution from our laundry seem a bit quaint. When 6PPD reacts with ozone, it becomes 6PPD-quinone. This black dust accumulates on roads mostly — but not permanently.

Building Energy Monitoring 123

Building Energy Monitoring North America Energy Monitor Business Energy Monitoring 123

Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

As the phrase ‘forever chemicals’ enters the Oxford English Dictionary for the first time in 2024, and these fluorinated substances expand the list of micropollutants, it might be time for a change in the way these persistent environmental pollutants are tackled. Some use technologies like ozone oxidation, and membrane filtration.

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Agriculture Pollution Stormwater Ozone 147