SOLVE magazine Issue 02 2021 | Page 36

If we don ’ t take radical action , the consequences of plastic pollution on our health and the environment will be catastrophic . We ’ ve got to build a world that ’ s more sustainable . A globespanning plastics economy based on circular principles . Before it ’ s too late .
Right now , our researchers are making change happen . We ’ re working to transform the potential of plastic recycling and reuse . Engineer enzymes to break down plastic faster . Reduce waste through packaging innovation . Develop new , sustainable materials . Further the world ’ s understanding of how microplastics affect our seas , economy and the air we breathe .
A revolution has started in Portsmouth . We call it Revolution Plastics . It ’ s going to take global partnerships to turn the world around . If you ’ re with us , email revolutionplastics @ port . ac . uk

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