40 Minnesota waterways test positive for microplastics pollution

(FOX 9) - A recent study reveals that microplastics have infiltrated all 40 Minnesota waterways tested, raising concerns about the state's environmental health.

Microplastics found in Minnesota lakes

What we know:

Conservation group Environment Minnesota conducted the research, confirming that microplastics are present in every tested waterway. This finding underscores the pervasive nature of plastic pollution in the state.

What they're saying:

"There are a lot of steps we need to take to protect our lakes and our health from plastic pollution. But to start, we need to move away from single-use plastics," said a conservation advocate. They emphasize that items used briefly should not pollute the environment for centuries.

The challenge of reducing plastic use

The backstory:

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