125853 Apr 2026

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Lead-authored by and Sudha Goel , the study addresses a critical knowledge gap regarding how microplastics (MPs) are distributed across different landfill types and the effectiveness of treatment systems in removing them. 125853

The identifier refers to a recent environmental research article titled "Microplastics in municipal solid waste landfill leachate and their removal in treatment units: A perspective of controlled and uncontrolled landfills" , published in Environmental Pollution . Key Highlights of the Article Full details and the abstract can be found

: The study highlights the current lack of standardized protocols for extracting microplastics from leachate, which can lead to reporting variations across different studies. Key Highlights of the Article : The study

: The research evaluates the removal efficiency of MPs across various treatment stages in controlled landfill facilities.

: Findings suggest that while waste management facilities are significant sources of contamination, specific treatment technologies can be optimized to minimize environmental discharge.

: It provides a comprehensive assessment of microplastic abundance and pollution risks in leachate from both controlled and uncontrolled landfills.