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Cost-benefit analysis of policy measures reducing unintentional release of microplastics

In-depth assessment of impacts of policy measures to reduce unintentional releases of microplastics in Europe.

Client

European Commission [BIO-IS lead contractor]

Focus

Reduction of unintentional microplastic releases to the environment

Purpose of project

To inform the European Commission’s policy response to tackle microplastics

What we delivered

  • Definition of the state of play and identification of the main source categories of microplastics and scale of emissions.
  • Impact assessment of policy options to reduce unintentional releases to the environment including detailed cost-benefit analysis.
  • In-depth stakeholder engagement including Open Public Consultation, workshops and other targeted consultations.

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Given the complex nature of the project the team are very impressed with the quality of the service that we have received.

Campbell Reith Hill LLP

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