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Rivers are delivering a staggering amount of microplastics into the ocean, study finds

Nearly all ocean microplastic pollution — 96 percent — comes from rivers in developing countries. High plastic use, mismanagement of plastic waste, strong rainfall and high solar radiation are major factors.

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Environmental Health News
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Original publication date
21 September 2026
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Nearly all ocean microplastic pollution — 96 percent — comes from rivers in developing countries. High plastic use, mismanagement of plastic waste, strong rainfall and high solar radiation are major factors.

Environmental Health News, 21 Sep 2026

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