Economic impacts of micro and nano plastic pollution

Yadav, Mohit, Pandey, Ashutosh, Nghiem, Xuan-Hoa and Singh, Rashika (2024) Economic impacts of micro and nano plastic pollution. In: Societal and Environmental Ramifications of Plastic Pollution. IGI Global, pp. 179-196. ISBN 9798369391655

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Abstract

This research examines the economic implications of micro- and nano plastic pollution. The study assesses the substantial costs associated with environmental cleanup, healthcare, and biodiversity loss. Economic impacts on sectors such as fisheries, tourism, and agriculture are analyzed. The paper highlights the urgent need for effective policies, technological advancements, and international cooperation to mitigate these costs. By quantifying the economic consequences, this research emphasizes the imperative for immediate action to address plastic pollution and its detrimental effects on economies and societies worldwide.

Item Type: Book Section
Keywords: Microplastics | Nano plastics | Economic impacts | Environmental pollution | Plastic pollution mitigation
Subjects: Physical, Life and Health Sciences > Environmental Science, Policy and Law
Social Sciences and humanities > Social Sciences > Social Sciences (General)
Social Sciences and humanities > Social Sciences > Health (Social sciences)
JGU School/Centre: Jindal Global Business School
Depositing User: Dharmveer Modi
Date Deposited: 23 Oct 2024 17:46
Last Modified: 23 Oct 2024 17:46
Official URL: https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9163-1.ch009
URI: https://pure.jgu.edu.in/id/eprint/8712

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