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EV0422: Assessing the Environmental Impacts of Oxo-degradable Plastics Across Their Life Cycle

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The report produced for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) looks at the environmental impacts of oxy-degradable plastics. 
The study focuses on the end life of the plastics and the effects of their degradation or biodegradation on the environment.
This study was carried out by Loughborough University. The views expressed reflect the research findings and the authors‘ interpretation. They do not necessarily reflect Defra policy or opinions or those of the Welsh Assembly Government, any constituent part or connected body.