Materials,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
18(10), С. 2382 - 2382
Опубликована: Май 20, 2025
The
production
and
utilization
of
conventional
plastics
have
raised
concerns
regarding
plastic
waste
management
environmental
safety.
In
response,
the
emergence
biodegradable
bioplastics
presents
a
possible
solution
for
sustainability.
On
other
hand,
efficacy
biodegradation
is
strictly
dependent
on
both
bioplastic
type
conditions
in
which
occurs.
This
review
offers
comprehensive
overview
behavior
several
under
managed
(industrialized
or
controlled)
environment,
such
as
industrial
composting
anaerobic
digestion
(at
either
mesophilic
thermophilic
temperature),
well
less
studied
unmanaged
(natural
open)
environments,
including
soil,
seawater,
freshwater.
Although
trend
some
known,
further
investigation
should
be
pursued
others
order
to
clearly
knowledge
ability
choose
most
viable
specific
application
future
end-of-life.
Journal of Environmental Management,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
349, С. 119458 - 119458
Опубликована: Окт. 31, 2023
Anaerobic
Digestion
(AD)
technology
emerges
as
a
viable
solution
for
managing
municipal
organic
waste,
offering
pollution
reduction
and
the
generation
of
biogas
fertilisers.
This
study
reviews
research
works
advancements
in
AD
implementation
to
effectively
impact
UN
Sustainable
Development
Goals
(SDGs).
Furthermore,
critically
analyses
responsible
waste
management
that
contributes
health
safety,
elevating
quality
life
both
rural
urban
areas
and,
finally,
creates
map
outputs
onto
all
17
SDGs.
Finally,
assessment
employs
three
sustainability
pillars
(i.e.,
economic,
environmental,
social
perspectives)
examine
direct
indirect
links
between
The
findings
reveal
substantial
progress,
such
poverty
through
job
creation,
bolstering
economic
growth
(SDGs
1,
8,
10,
12),
enhancing
agricultural
productivity
(SDG
2),
advancing
renewable
energy
usage
diminishing
reliance
on
fossil
fuels
7),
fostering
inclusive
education
gender
equality
4,
5,
9),
combating
climate
change
13),
transforming
cities
into
sustainable
harmonious
environments
11,
16,
17),
curbing
environmental
3,
6,
12,
14,
15).
Nonetheless,
highlights
need
further
efforts
achieve
SDG
targets,
particularly
part
liquid
solid
fertilisers
outputs.
Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
271, С. 115942 - 115942
Опубликована: Янв. 12, 2024
The
global
production
and
consumption
of
plastics,
as
well
their
deposition
in
the
environment,
are
experiencing
exponential
growth.
In
addition,
mismanaged
plastic
waste
(PW)
losses
into
drainage
channels
a
growing
source
microplastic
(MP)
pollution
concern.
However,
complete
understanding
environmental
implications
throughout
life
cycle
is
yet
to
be
fully
understood.
Determining
potential
extent
which
MPs
contribute
overall
ecotoxicity
possible
through
monitoring
PW
release
MP
removal
during
remediation.
Life
assessments
(LCAs)
have
been
extensively
utilized
many
comparative
analyses,
such
comparing
petroleum-based
plastics
with
biomass
single-use
multi-use
alternatives.
These
typically
yield
unexpected
or
paradoxical
results.
Nevertheless,
there
still
paucity
reliable
data
tools
for
conducting
LCAs
on
plastics.
On
other
hand,
impact
so
far
not
considered
LCA
studies.
This
due
absence
inventory-related
regarding
releases
characterization
factors
necessary
quantify
effects
MP.
Therefore,
this
review
paper
conducts
comprehensive
literature
order
assess
current
state
knowledge
impacts
that
occur
along
strategies
management
LCA.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Фев. 27, 2025
Abstract
From
the
invention
of
papermaking
in
ancient
times
to
wide
range
modern
applications
fields
textiles,
medicine,
food,
and
nanotechnology,
development
cellulose‐based
materials
reflects
humanity's
ongoing
exploration
utilization
renewable
resources.
The
production
is
highly
dependent
on
solvents
which
can
deconstruct
regenerate
structure
cellulose.
However,
solubility,
processing
technology,
application
cellulose
based
deconstruction
regeneration
require
further
research
breakthroughs.
Here,
structural
characteristics,
solvent
system,
modification
methods,
degradation
performance
are
briefly
introduced.
Moreover,
life
cycle
assessment
discussed
improve
evaluation
system
demonstrate
environmental
friendliness
potential
materials.
Finally,
several
key
technologies
strategies
that
assist
meeting
requirements
bioplastics
emphasized,
with
a
view
increasing
recognition
their
advantages
as
biodegradable
Chemical Engineering Journal,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
462, С. 142301 - 142301
Опубликована: Март 9, 2023
The
ability
of
full-scale
industrial
plants
to
degrade
bioplastics
waste
must
be
verified
exclude
any
negative
effects
on
the
quality
process
outputs.
This
study
aims
assess
degradation
two
thermoplastic
cellulose
acetate-based
bioplastics,
in
pure
and
composite
forms
both
Anaerobic
Digestion
(AD)
Composting
(C)
conditions.
main
occurred
during
AD,
where
a
disintegration
about
36%
50%
was
achieved
from
acetate,
respectively.
C
did
not
exceed
20%
for
samples.
combined
resulted
slightly
higher
(58–40%)
than
that
obtained
revealing
how
alteration
samples
an
anaerobic
environment.
Despite
this
macroscopic
degradation,
showed
only
minor
superficial
as
highlighted
SEM
analysis.
FT-IR
spectroscopy,
TGA
andDSC
analyses
biodegradation
mechanism
involved
mainly
plasticizer
loss
deacetylation
matrix,
with
partial
backbone
However,
were
favored
AD
+
processes
presence
filler
These
results
demonstrated
scale
can
differ
significantly
those
laboratory
scale,
especially
acetate.
Furthermore,
current
optimized
treatment
bioplastics.
Hence,
works
could
help
facilities
managers
emerging
materials
such
more
sustainable
way.
Trends in Food Science & Technology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
152, С. 104660 - 104660
Опубликована: Авг. 8, 2024
This
work
evaluates
the
preparedness
of
packaging
industry
towards
more
circular,
sustainable
solutions
for
fresh
meat
and
fish.
The
term
bioplastic
is
ill-defined,
creating
confusion
between
all
stakeholders
in
value
chain.
implementation
as
food
contact
material
will
only
occur
when
there
are
demonstrated
that
can
equally
or
better
protect
fish
from
spoilage,
compared
to
conventional
plastic.
Price,
supply
chain
availability,
machinability,
safety
also
be
key
shift
fossil
bioplastic.
application
at
its
infancy.
In
this
work,
a
multidisciplinary
approach
was
employed
highlight
need
holistic
eco-design
minimizes
waste,
due
high
environmental
footprint
meat.
Although
bioplastics
positively
perceived
by
end-users,
including
consumers,
widespread
their
market
implementation.
Their
sorting
end-of-life
major
challenges.
chains
underdeveloped,
terms
costs,
scale-up,
sorting,
recycling
even
most
promising
materials.
Most
still
do
not
meet
specified
technological
functionalities
required
substitute
fossil-fuel
counterparts.
For
appropriate
eco-design,
it
important
quantify
using
life
cycle
assessment
considering
material-food
unit
importantly,
ensure
safety,
demonstrating
absence
migration
harmful
substances
packaging,
especially
derived
waste
byproducts.
development
active
intelligent
increase
shelf
products
add
significant
food-packaging
unit.
Heliyon,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
10(12), С. e33218 - e33218
Опубликована: Июнь 1, 2024
This
study
employs
a
comparative
analysis
method
to
examine
variations
in
food
waste
(FW)
generation
between
developed
and
developing
nations,
focusing
on
income
levels,
population
growth
rates,
community
engagement
management.
Quantitative
data
from
Taiwan,
Malaysia,
Bangladesh
are
comprehensively
analyzed
using
regression
descriptive
statistics.
Results
indicate
that
with
its
stringent
regulatory
frameworks
advanced
recycling
technologies,
generates
significantly
less
FW
per
capita
compared
Malaysia
Bangladesh.
shows
moderate
levels
of
reduction
efforts,
supported
by
varying
degrees
participation,
whereas
faces
challenges
both
enforcement
technological
adoption.
The
proposes
an
integrative
management
model
emphasizing
compliance
participation
metrics,
technology
diffusion
indices
effectively
address
challenges.
These
findings
underscore
the
importance
tailored
strategies
aligned
economic
demographic
contexts
nations.
Policymakers
practitioners
can
leverage
these
insights
establish
targeted
goals
enhance
initiatives.
research
highlights
urgency
integrated
approaches
mitigate
environmental
public
health
risks
associated
mismanagement,
advocating
for
evidence-based
policies
robust
quantitative
analysis.
PeerJ,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
12, С. e18013 - e18013
Опубликована: Сен. 11, 2024
Bioplastics
are
emerging
as
a
promising
alternative
to
traditional
plastics,
driven
by
the
need
for
more
sustainable
options.
This
review
article
offers
an
in-depth
analysis
of
entire
life
cycle
bioplastics,
from
raw
material
cultivation
manufacturing
and
disposal,
with
focus
on
environmental
impacts
at
each
stage.
It
emphasizes
significance
adopting
agricultural
practices
selecting
appropriate
feedstock
improve
outcomes.
The
highlights
detrimental
effects
unsustainable
farming
methods,
such
pesticide
use
deforestation,
which
can
lead
soil
erosion,
water
pollution,
habitat
destruction,
increased
greenhouse
gas
emissions.
To
address
these
challenges,
advocates
efficient
extraction
techniques
renewable
energy
sources,
prioritizing
considerations
throughout
production
process.
Furthermore,
methods
reducing
consumption,
usage,
chemical
inputs
during
implementing
eco-friendly
technologies.
stresses
importance
developing
robust
disposal
systems
biodegradable
materials
supports
recycling
initiatives
minimize
new
resources.
holistic
approach
sustainability,
including
responsible
cultivation,
practices,
effective
end-of-life
management.
underscores
evaluate
potential
bioplastics
reduce
plastic
considering
technological
advancements,
infrastructure
development,
consumer
awareness.
Future
research
should
enhancing
understanding
long-term
ecological
impacts,
advancing
technology
better
performance
compatibility.
comprehensive
bioplastics'
footprint
urgent
solutions
in
production.
