Plastic Waste Management : Methods and Applications

• Autore: Deshmukh Kalim
• Pubblicazione: Newark : , : John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, , 2024; ©2024
• Edizione: 1st ed.
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (448 pages)
• Soggetto topico: Sustainable development; Recycling (Waste, etc.)
• Altri autori: ParameswaranpillaiJyotishkumar
• 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.
• Titolo autorizzato: Plastic Waste Management
• ISBN: 9783527842209; 3527842209; 9783527842186; 3527842187
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9911020233703321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II