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Despite being aware of severe environmental pollution caused by oil spills and illegal activities, Shell continued to operate a major pipeline in Nigeria for years, as internal documents reveal the company's executives warned about the risks and potential consequences of such practices, leading to ongoing legal actions from affected communities seeking compensation and environmental remediation. #Shell #NigeriaOil #EnvironmentalPollution

Shell pumped oil through Nigeria pipeline for years despite pollution evidence, documents show

Microplastic contamination is a serious global issue, with approximately 21 million tons found in various environments, largely originating from synthetic textiles, tire wear, and urban dust, necessitating innovations like microfiber filters in washing machines and alternative materials for textiles and tires to mitigate the problem. #Microplastics #EnvironmentalPollution #Sustainability #Nocountrycodespresent.

Textiles sintéticos, neumáticos y ciudades, principales responsables de los microplásticos