CSRD revolutionizes ESG reporting in Europe - but do complex reports lead to real environmental protection? Microplastics become the litmus test: While companies compensate for CO₂, they neglect the fight against invisible water pollutants.

Ocean Bound Plastics: Ecological revolution or marketing myth? Scientific facts expose the "solution" that is 20 times more expensive as a greenwashing tool. Real data on energy balance, costs and availability – beyond advertising promises.

Increasing legal regulations for polymers, plastics and microplastics, high costs for water, waste, energy, chemicals, and plant maintenance, as well as complex pollution scenarios - companies that use a lot of water, polymers and other chemicals in their processes are facing the challenge of realigning their environmental, waste and resource management.

Neisse, Neckar, Danube: For the first time, 369 samples reveal where microplastics are found in Europe's rivers. As part of the EU Mission Ocean, we are making every single measurement publicly available, turning data into hotspots, leverage points, and real solutions. Read more.

The EU works on standardization of microplastic detection methods, but regulations and control are still inadequate. One thing is clear: wastewater treatment needs innovations and long-term data. This will create economic opportunities through circular economy.