Environment and Plastics Research Network
Understanding and tackling the impacts of plastic pollution through interdisciplinary research.
Problem
Our planet faces a plastic pollution crisis. Each year, we produce over 300 million tons of plastic, yet a concerning 91% never gets recycled. This waste not only invades our oceans and landfills but also our food and water. With plastic production rising, and the hazards they pose deepening, a transformative approach to how we handle plastics is essential.
Our Mission
The 'Environment and Plastics' research network brings together a consortium of Cardiff University experts from diverse academic disciplines, including the School of Chemistry, School of Engineering, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, School of Biosciences, School of Psychology, School of Geography and Planning, and the Business School. Our unified vision is to generate breakthrough interdisciplinary research that comprehensively understands and addresses the complex challenges posed by plastics.
Our Objectives
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Utilising the combined expertise of various academic disciplines to generate innovative solutions.
- Partnership Engagement: Extending our reach to foster partnerships with communities and stakeholders directly affected by plastic pollution.
- Sustainable Solutions: By collaborating closely with impacted groups, our goal is to devise solutions that are not just effective, but also equitable and long-lasting.
Explore our website to learn about our pioneering research, our dedicated team, and our ongoing initiatives. We are always open to collaboration and welcome any queries or suggestions. Together we can pave the way for a brighter, sustainable future.
Themes
Academic Staff
Board
Network Champions
Events
Past Events
Plastics For Future Generations: Panel Discussion & Research Talks
14th June 2023
In this networking conference, we invited stakeholders and Cardiff University researchers to discuss challenges and opportunities related to plastics. The discussions revolved around the themes of environmental pollution, consumer behavior, waste management, circular economy, and production.
To hear about the research talks and panel discussions, we invite you to watch our conference video recording.
Plastics For Future Generations Conference Programme
Plastics For Future Generations Conference Programme
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