Evidence Summary – Micro- and Nanoplastics
Funds a systematic review to identify micro- and nanoplastics and chemicals posing the greatest environmental risk in Norway, guiding future environmental regulations.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: September 23, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to NOK 3,500,000 for a single project; maximum project duration: 24 months.
Summary: Supports a systematic review to identify micro- and nanoplastics and associated chemicals of greatest environmental risk in Norway, informing targeted environmental regulation.
Key Information: Only approved Norwegian research organisations may apply; one award is expected.
Description
This grant supports a single project to conduct a comprehensive systematic review of research on micro- and nanoplastics (MNP) in Norway. The aim is to identify which plastic polymers and associated chemicals present the greatest risk to the Norwegian environment, based on their incidence, exposure, and effects. The project will leverage Norwegian monitoring data, assess future scenarios, and address knowledge gaps and uncertainties. The findings will inform targeted regulations and measures, such as those related to the Water Framework Directive and Industrial Emissions Directive, by ranking polymers and chemicals according to overall risk. Deliverables include an evidence summary and a final report for decision-makers, with the potential for publication in scientific outlets.
