Post by Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment

You've likely heard of microplastics — tiny bits of colored plastic that contaminate air, food and water. New research reveals an unexpected threat: Airborne microplastics are heating the planet. Investigators, including Drew Shindell, found that colored microplastics in the air trap heat by absorbing light, thereby warming the atmosphere. 🔗 Read more about the research: https://lnkd.in/eeBTBH6v