The escalating global pollution crisis calls for innovative solutions that go beyond conventional waste management practices. Traditional linear economic models, characterized by a 'take-make-dispose' approach, have contributed significantly to waste generation, resource depletion, and various forms of pollution.

As the world becomes increasingly aware of environmental issues, one term that has gained significant attention is microplastics. These tiny plastic particles, less than five millimeters in diameter, have infiltrated our ecosystems, particularly our water sources.