Defra research recommends reducing sewage sludge recycling to land as a cost-effective measure to tackle microplastic pollution.
Defra has published a report outlining the outcome of its evidence project on intentionally added microplastics, with recommended options to reduce sewage sludge application to land in the UK.
Fidra’s position on chemical recycling
While chemical recycling may have a supporting role in advancing circular economy goals, Fidra emphasises that limiting plastic production and phasing out harmful chemicals must remain the top priorities. Read our latest position paper on chemical recycling.
PFAS in artificial turf: the grass isn’t greener on the artificial side
Recent research has shown that PFAS lurks in the plastic blades of grass used in artificial turf sports pitches.
Supporting Sustainable Farming Systems that Work with Nature – GO Falkland 2024.
Fidra attends the 2024 GO Falkland regenerative agriculture event and raises awareness of the presence of harmful chemicals such as PFAS in agricultural inputs (pesticides and biosolids) that threaten sustainable farming systems.
World Soil Day: How does sewage sludge impact soil health?
Our project ‘Sewage-free Soils’ highlights the presence of chemical contaminants and microplastics within treated sewage sludge, a by-product of wastewater treatment used as fertiliser on agricultural land.
Are contaminated biosolids costing us the earth?
Fidra learns about steps being taken by experts to protect soils and the wider environment from unregulated emerging chemical contaminants in bioresources.
Landmark Decision – Intentionally-added microplastic restrictions are to be adopted by the EU
On the 26th of April the European Commission voted to adopt the intentionally-added microplastics restriction proposal. What does this mean and when will the ban come into effect?
Risks and Regulations around Agricultural Use of Sewage Sludge – Scottish Environment LINK report
Risks and Regulations around Agricultural Use of Sewage Sludge – Scottish Environment LINK report
Fidra’s Approach to Supporting Sustainability
Transparency needs to be common practice to achieve best practice.
The Great Global Nurdle Hunt launches
October marks the start of the Great Global Nurdle Hunt 2021 month long event. Find out how you can get involved and why it’s so important to take part this year.