23 November 2023
For the first time, the European Commission proposes measures to prevent pollution with microplastics unintentionally released from plastic pellets. Currently, between 52 and 184 thousand tons of pellets are released into the environment each year due to mishandling along the entire supply chain. The commission's proposal aims to ensure that all operators handling pellets in the EU take the necessary precautions. This is expected to reduce pellet release by up to 74%, leading to more