Sustainable Plastics - Environmental Assessments of Biobased, Biodegradable, and Recycled Plastics, Second Edition

This book provides readers with an understanding of the what, why, and how of using sustainable plastics in manufacturing operations, highlighting the environmental impacts of plastics and discussing sustainable strategies and end-of-life options. It is a valuable resource for professionals in the plastics industry.

Format: Hardback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

The impact of 50 years of unbridled plastics production, use, and disposal is now becoming widely recognized and documented. Plastics derived from non-renewable petroleum and natural gas resources pose a significant threat to the environment, human health, species maintenance, and the very existence of the ocean. This comprehensive book aims to help readers understand the potential for plastics to be sustainable and provides an in-depth exploration of plastic products that have a lower carbon footprint, reduced waste, and lower pollution.

The authors, with their extensive expertise, offer a unique perspective that emphasizes comprehensive coverage of the environmental impacts of plastics, including Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and sustainability strategies related to biobased plastics (e.g., corn), recycled plastics, and petroleum-based plastics. Other notable topics covered in the book include:

End-of-life options for petroleum and biobased plastics, including mechanical recycling, chemical recycling, and composting.
ASTM biodegradation standards for compost, marine, anaerobic digestion, and landfill environments.
Polymer processing, including injection molding, blow molding, extrusion, and compression molding.
Environmental data and coverage of petroleum plastics, sustainable composites, and new information on bio-based plastics.

This book serves as an invaluable resource for plastics engineers, materials engineers, and all professionals in related disciplines seeking to understand and apply the usage of sustainable plastics in various manufacturing operations. By delving into these critical aspects, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the environmental, economic, and social implications of using sustainable plastics and contribute to the development of a more sustainable future.

Weight: 786g
Dimension: 160 x 237 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119882060