Summary
Plastic usage is increasing the number of pollutants in the environment. Plastic particles and other plastic-based pollutants are found in our environment and food chain, posing a threat to human health. From this perspective, the biodegradable plastics material focuses on creating a more sustainable and greener world with a smaller environmental imprint. This assessment should consider the entire life cycle assessment of the objectives and priorities for producing a wide range of biodegradable plastics. Biodegradable plastics can also have properties similar to traditional plastics while also delivering additional benefits due to their minimised impact on the environment in terms of carbon dioxide, as long as appropriate waste management includes such as composting, are contained. The dem
Regional applicability
The study does not report a specific geographical focus and appears to be a global literature synthesis. Its findings on biodegradable plastics sustainability and waste management frameworks are potentially applicable to United Kingdom policy and practice, particularly regarding plastic reduction targets and circular economy initiatives, though UK-specific data on composting infrastructure and adoption rates would be needed to contextualise implementation.
Key measures
Triple bottom line sustainability assessment (economic profit, social responsibility, environmental protection); carbon dioxide emissions; waste management scenarios
Outcomes reported
The study comprehensively reviewed biodegradable plastics production, applications, sustainability, sourcing and ecological impact using a triple bottom line framework (economic, social, environmental). It identified variables influencing adoption of biodegradable plastics and proposed a sustainable framework for improving their long-term viability.
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