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Briefing: Proposing simple measures to prevent industry dumping plastic pellets into the sea

Strategic angle: The presence of small plastic pellets on the beaches of Donostia and Orio highlights a concerning source of pollution from industrial microplastics.

Editorial Staff · 2026-03-13 · 1 MIN READ

Small plastic pellets found on beaches are a significant pollution issue.

Research indicates these pellets leak into the sea via stormwater drainage.

Proposed measures aim to mitigate this environmental threat.