Chats for the Goals: Microplastics - Understanding a Hidden Environmental Challenge
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Microplastics: Understanding a Hidden Environmental Challenge
Microplastics have become one of the most pervasive forms of environmental pollution. Small plastic particles are now found in oceans, rivers, soil, food systems and even the air we breathe. While public attention often focuses on visible plastic waste, microplastics represent a less visible but potentially significant challenge for environmental sustainability, human health and the resilience of natural systems.
In this interactive session, Professor Martina Linnenluecke, Director of the Centre for Climate Risk and Resilience at UTS, will discuss emerging research on microplastic pollution and the findings of a recent UTS-led White Paper developed in collaboration with industry, government and community stakeholders.
The session will explore why microplastics matter, the challenges of governing a complex environmental issue and how research, innovation and collective action can contribute to progress towards several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those relating to responsible consumption and production, climate action and life below water.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in discussion and ask questions about one of the defining environmental challenges of our time.
This event is part of UTS Global Goals Month 2026. Explore more of the Global Goals Month program here.
About the Presenter
Professor Martina Linnenluecke
Professor Martina Linnenluecke is an internationally recognised scholar in climate risk, corporate adaptation and resilience. Her research examines the strategic and financial implications of global environmental change, with a particular focus on how climate risks reshape firms, industries and financial markets. Her work has advanced understanding of sustainability, resilience and environmental finance, and has been widely published in leading academic outlets. She is the author of The Climate Resilient Organization and has published more than 100 academic articles, book chapters and conference papers. Her research has received multiple international awards and has informed policy and practice through close engagement with government, regulators and industry on climate risk and adaptation strategies. She currently holds a professorial position at the University of Technology Sydney and leads the Centre for Climate Risk and Resilience, an interdisciplinary research centre with more than 50 members focused on the financial, strategic and policy dimensions of climate risk. The work of the Centre supports business, community and policy stakeholders in taking urgent and immediate collaborative action to decarbonise the economy and regenerate Country and planetary health.
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