BGS has been awarded a two-year research project to undertake the first assessment of microplastic occurrence in springs in the UK.
This research is funded by the Environment Agency (England). Sampling will follow site selection, which will be based on access and suitability for obtaining representative groundwater samples, geology and spring discharge criteria.
Around 20 sites across the UK will be investigated for the pilot study, to ensure there’s a reasonable geographical spread that will provide representative data. Chalk and limestone springs with large discharges will be prioritised and will include some spring sources used for public drinking-water supply in England.
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