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Microfibres: the invisible pollution from textiles

The paper presents new research on the growing problem of microfiber pollution and looks at the sources and extent of microfiber pollution, the pathways through which it enters the environment, and how its accumulation can affect the environment and human health. With textile production and consumption expected to continue to increase globally, the annual release of microfibers could increase by 54% by 2030 if no action is taken. The report also highlights measures that policymakers, textile and clothing manufacturers, retailers and investors can take to address microfiber pollution.

Scope: 37 pages
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