Episode 133: Microplastics, macroproblems (with Martin Wagner)

What are microplastics and why are they an issue for the environment? How can global policy address plastic pollution? On this episode, we talk with Martin Wagner, a Professor of Environmental Toxicology at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. We talk with Martin about the potential harms of microplastics and plastic-derived chemicals to our health and the health of natural ecosystems. We also discuss Martin’s work as part of the International Negotiating Committee set up to produce the UN plastics treaty, a global agreement that outlines steps and timelines for the production and use of plastics. Cover art: Keating Shahmehri.