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WWF report highlights ongoing plastic pollution on Greek beaches, with microplastics detected.
3 sourcesFirst reported 14 days agoUpdated 14 days ago
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- The WWF report highlights ongoing plastic pollution on Greek beaches, with cigarette butts being the most frequently found item.
- Microplastics have been detected for the first time in Greek coastal areas, indicating a new layer of environmental concern.
- Despite persistent pollution levels exceeding European limits, there are some early indications of reductions in certain single-use plastics.
- The report is part of the "Adopt a Beach" program, which aims to monitor and address waste on Greece's coastlines.
- Overall, the findings underscore the continuing threat posed by plastic waste to the health of Greece's marine environment.
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Ελληνικές παραλίες: Πώς πλαστικά και μικροπλαστικά τις απειλούν
To Vima· 14 days ago
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WWF: Οι ελληνικές παραλίες εξακολουθούν να «πνίγονται» από πλαστικά, τα αποτσίγαρα το συχνότερο εύρημα
Proto Thema· 14 days ago
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WWF report finds persistent plastic pollution on Greek beaches, warns of microplastics threat
ekathimerini.com· 14 days ago