An evening of online debate.
The TRANSITION Clean Air Network organised an online evening of expert interviews, discussion and audience questions, hosted by the University of Birmingham’s Institute for Global Innovation, addressing the question: how can we tackle vehicle microplastics for the benefit of people and the planet?
Microplastic pollution affects our world’s vital ecosystems, from the highest Alpine mountains to the deepest oceans. If we inhale or consume these tiny particles through the food chain, we can experience health problems. Since electric vehicles are heavier, more wear and tear on tyres and brake pads produces more microplastic particles. Reducing microplastic pollution will be a major challenge as we reduce our reliance on fossil fuels.
The event was presented as part of The Air We Breathe, a brand new public programme at The Exchange bringing together cutting edge research from across the University of Birmingham. To watch a full video recording of TRANSITION’s Vehicle Microplastics Webinar, please click on the following link: