Margaret Spring
@margaretspring.bsky.social
Chief Conservation and Science Officer at the Monterey Bay Aquarium (@Montereyaq.bsky.social.) Acting for conservation of the global ocean. On the ground in Busan working to get a strong #PlasticsTreaty #INC5.
I’ve seen firsthand how science, diplomacy, and community voices can drive real change. But the #GlobalPlasticsTreaty must be legally binding in order reduce plastic production, phase out harmful chemicals, and prioritize equity. Let’s not miss this moment. #INC5
Plastics pollution is surging — the planned UN treaty to curb it must be ambitious
New research on nanoplastics pollution and ‘chemicals of concern’ underscores the need for a strong agreement when negotiations restart in Switzerland next month.
www.nature.com
July 14, 2025 at 4:45 PM
I’ve seen firsthand how science, diplomacy, and community voices can drive real change. But the #GlobalPlasticsTreaty must be legally binding in order reduce plastic production, phase out harmful chemicals, and prioritize equity. Let’s not miss this moment. #INC5
That's not all. Recently published studies on #PlasticChemicals show that of the 16,000 individual chemicals found in plastics, there are more than 4,200 ‘chemicals of concern’ that do not naturally break down in the environment, for example, or that are #toxic.
July 14, 2025 at 4:45 PM
That's not all. Recently published studies on #PlasticChemicals show that of the 16,000 individual chemicals found in plastics, there are more than 4,200 ‘chemicals of concern’ that do not naturally break down in the environment, for example, or that are #toxic.
This is a crucial moment for taking a stand against ever-increasing levels of global plastic pollution and its harms to people, wildlife, and our environment. Let’s make it count. council.science/news/nature-...
ISC Expert Group publishes Nature Sustainability comment on scientific priorities for plastics treaty - International Science Council
The Expert group on plastic pollution convened by the International Science Council outlines science-based recommendations to inform the final stages of plastics treaty negotiations and a robust and e...
council.science
May 28, 2025 at 5:15 PM
This is a crucial moment for taking a stand against ever-increasing levels of global plastic pollution and its harms to people, wildlife, and our environment. Let’s make it count. council.science/news/nature-...
We call on Member States to include binding provisions that address currently unsustainable levels of plastic production and related harmful impacts. #SciencePolicy #Sustainability #PlasticPollution #EnvironmentalHealth #INC5 #GlobalGovernance #Plastics #PolicyForChange
May 28, 2025 at 5:15 PM
We call on Member States to include binding provisions that address currently unsustainable levels of plastic production and related harmful impacts. #SciencePolicy #Sustainability #PlasticPollution #EnvironmentalHealth #INC5 #GlobalGovernance #Plastics #PolicyForChange
The new report elevates the need to further investigate the impact of #plastic on these critical ecosystems. Thanks to @washingtonpost.com for covering this important work!
#Microplastics #Carbon #CarbonSink #CarbonSequestration #ClimateChange
#Microplastics #Carbon #CarbonSink #CarbonSequestration #ClimateChange
Plastic may be warming the planet more than we thought
Most models haven’t accounted for how microplastics may increase global warming by disrupting natural cycles that store carbon.
www.washingtonpost.com
May 14, 2025 at 9:20 PM
The new report elevates the need to further investigate the impact of #plastic on these critical ecosystems. Thanks to @washingtonpost.com for covering this important work!
#Microplastics #Carbon #CarbonSink #CarbonSequestration #ClimateChange
#Microplastics #Carbon #CarbonSink #CarbonSequestration #ClimateChange
What does the #science say about how plastic affects climate? In three ways: (1) emission of greenhouse gases, (2) impacts on organisms that store carbon, and (3) radiative effects, altering how the planet reflects sunlight, absorbs heat, and traps warmth. www.plasticsandclimate.com/publications
Publications | Plastics & Climate
www.plasticsandclimate.com
May 14, 2025 at 9:20 PM
What does the #science say about how plastic affects climate? In three ways: (1) emission of greenhouse gases, (2) impacts on organisms that store carbon, and (3) radiative effects, altering how the planet reflects sunlight, absorbs heat, and traps warmth. www.plasticsandclimate.com/publications
We’ll focus our discussion on three key sectors: packaging, building materials, and textiles. I’m looking forward to focusing on solutions that are scaled to the scope of the problem of plastic pollution. #Plastics #Plastic #LifeCycleManagement #LCM #Sustainability #OceanPlastic
May 12, 2025 at 10:15 PM
We’ll focus our discussion on three key sectors: packaging, building materials, and textiles. I’m looking forward to focusing on solutions that are scaled to the scope of the problem of plastic pollution. #Plastics #Plastic #LifeCycleManagement #LCM #Sustainability #OceanPlastic
To create a healthier ocean and human society, we need to examine, address, and take action at each stage of the plastic life cycle. You can still register to participate virtually: buff.ly/JSJVVg2
Circularity and Plastics--A Workshop
Register for this event from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
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May 12, 2025 at 10:15 PM
To create a healthier ocean and human society, we need to examine, address, and take action at each stage of the plastic life cycle. You can still register to participate virtually: buff.ly/JSJVVg2