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Record Nr.

UNINA9911020233703321

Autore

Deshmukh Kalim

Titolo

Plastic Waste Management : Methods and Applications

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Newark : , : John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, , 2024

©2024

ISBN

9783527842209

3527842209

9783527842186

3527842187

Edizione

[1st ed.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (448 pages)

Altri autori (Persone)

ParameswaranpillaiJyotishkumar

Soggetti

Sustainable development

Recycling (Waste, etc.)

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di contenuto

Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Preface -- 1 Introduction to Plastic Wastes: Processing Methods, Environmental and Health Implications --   1.1 Introduction --   1.2 Plastic materials: Composition and Classification --     1.2.1 Thermoplastics --     1.2.2 Thermosets --   1.3 Techniques of Plastic Processing --     1.3.1 Primary Techniques --     1.3.2 Secondary Techniques --   1.4 Global Plastic Production --   1.5 The Health and Environmental Effects of Plastic Debris --     1.5.1 Plastic Debris and Microplastics --     1.5.2 Plastic Effects on Human Health --     1.5.3 Plastic and Climate Change --   1.6 Management Strategies for Plastic Debris --     1.6.1 Improving 4R Concept --     1.6.2 Landfills --     1.6.3 Development of Cleanup Technologies --   1.7 Conclusion --   References -- 2 Management Strategies for Plastic Wastes: A Roadmap Toward Circular Economy and Environmental Sustainability --   2.1 Introduction --   2.2 Waste Plastics Management Strategies --     2.2.1 Recycling --     2.2.2 Pyrolysis --       2.2.2.1 Challenges Associated with the Pyrolysis Process

Sommario/riassunto

This book explores the challenges and strategies of managing plastic waste, with a focus on sustainable development and circular economy



principles. Edited by Kalim Deshmukh and Jyotishkumar, it covers various topics including plastic processing methods, environmental and health impacts, and innovative waste management techniques. It discusses the global production of plastics, the health effects of plastic debris, and management strategies like recycling and pyrolysis. The book is intended for professionals and researchers in environmental science and waste management, aiming to provide insights into overcoming barriers in waste collection systems and promoting sustainable practices.