Microplastics were found extensively in urban stormwater runoff, which emphasizes their environmental impact.
The concentration of microplastics varied significantly across different functional urban areas, with urban parks showing lower levels than industrial zones.
Analysis utilized data from urban stormwater runoff in Shanghai, specifically focusing on absorption and transport pathways of microplastics.
This finding highlights the need for improved stormwater management to mitigate microplastic pollution in urban ecosystems.