Readers speak: Why we must measure the microplastic crisis in Connecticut

Readers speak: Why we must measure the microplastic crisis in Connecticut

The recent report in the Courant (“CT research finds environmental trade-offs of biodegradable plastics” Feb. 1) highlights a frustrating reality: we are searching for green alternatives to a plastic crisis we haven’t even fully measured yet. While we debate the merits of biodegradable forks, millions of microplastic particles are infiltrating our drinking water. This is why Gov. Ned Lamont’s recent petition to the EPA is so critical. By joining…