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European Forum on Microplastics and Health (2025-2029)

The European Forum on Microplastics and Health is an informal dialogue group established by Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) to advance effective, science-based solutions to minimize the impact of microplastics on public health. Participation from committed MEPs is welcome. The group aims to collaborate with policymakers, researchers, investors, industry, innovators, and other stakeholders to identify suitable ways forward.

Microplastics and Public Health - Policy Briefing

The EU must be bold, ambitious, and uncompromising in its commitment to protect current and future generations from the pervasive threat of microplastics.
 
Published in February 2026, in collaboration with Green Impact.
Policy Briefing

Our objectives

Raise awareness
Disseminate information about the critical health risks induced by microplastics.
 
Promote EU legislation
Push for clear, strong health-focused microplastics legislative measures and support measures to stop microplastics accumulation.
 
Foster collaboration
Connect policymakers, scientists, innovators,  researchers, investors and industry leaders.
 
Mobilize advocacy
Use campaigns, open Letters, and public consultations to keep microplastics and health on the political agenda.

Webinars

Live events

Experts and innovators meet MEPS

Experts and innovators meet MEPS

An in-person event in the EU Parliament, planned for September 2026.

Engagements with the European Parlement

2023 Plastic Health Symposium

2026 Microplastics and Public Health - Policy Briefing

Plastic Soup Foundation published the Microplastics and Public Health Policy Briefing in February 2026, in collaboration with Green Impact.