In this study, 60 maize fields from 15 counties in northwest China were selected to investigate the distribution and correlation of macroplastics (MaPs) and microplastics (MPs) at different soil depths (0–10, 10–20, 20–30, 30–40 cm) and different plastic mulching years (5, 10, 15, 20 years). The results from the study showed that MaPs are mainly concentrated at 0–10 cm soil depth, while MPs are distributed predominantly at 10–20 cm soil depth. The findings from the study estimate that farmland in northwest China will contain about 1.0 × 106 tonnes MaP and 2.7 × 105 tonnes MP in the year 2020. The study highlights that severe MaP and MP pollution in China’s farmland requires improved recycling efficiencies and management practices for plastic film to ensure food security and sustainable agricultural development.
The Ocean Plastics Charter aims to bring together leading countries, sub-national governments, businesses, and civil society organisations to commit to a more resource-efficient and sustainable approach to keep plastics in the economy and out of the environment. With this charter, it aims to transition to a more sustainable and resource-efficient method of managing plastics. Through[…]
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The regulations aim to enhance aquaculture pollution prevention and control, protect aquatic ecosystems, ensure product quality and safety, and promote sustainable development. They consist of 24 articles divided into four sections: general provisions, delimitation of prohibited areas, pollution prevention and control, and environmental monitoring and supervision of fishery waters.