Friederike Stock Bücher

This book offers a comprehensive review of the roles of science, society, and politics in addressing plastic pollution in aquatic environments. It highlights necessary information, proposed policies by institutions like OSPAR and the EU, and various global efforts to combat this issue, providing essential insights for scientists and policymakers.

This book reviews the impact of plastic pollution on freshwater and marine environments, addressing challenges in waste assessment and management. It explores research questions related to plastic uptake by organisms, degradation processes, and environmental sources. Case studies from various regions highlight the global scope of the issue, making it a valuable resource for students, researchers, and policymakers.