Abstract
Science is key to developing sustainable products and solutions. But scientists also need to work more with governments, industry and society to help implement those solutions.
Highlights
I t is tempting to think that once scientists develop a solution to an environmental problem that ticks all the right boxes, it will automatically change the world for the better
“. . . there are many more factors that determine the success of a good idea to solve environmental problems than just scientific merit.”
As a team of undergraduate scientists, we encountered similar roadblocks when developing a solution for tackling microplastic pollution within our environment
Summary
I t is tempting to think that once scientists develop a solution to an environmental problem that ticks all the right boxes, it will automatically change the world for the better. In reality, this is rarely the case. There are many more factors that determine the success of a good idea to solve environmental problems than just scientific merit. . there are many more factors that determine the success of a good idea to solve environmental problems than just scientific merit.”. Energy corporations have hindered global and national efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; governments have not introduced enough effective regulations that would help to curb the continued release of greenhouse gases; and the public has struggled to change their consumption habits
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