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Green Technologies for Plastic Pollutant Waste Management
Summary
This review surveys green technologies for managing plastic pollution, covering biological degradation, photocatalysis, and advanced oxidation processes, and assessing their feasibility for large-scale microplastic remediation.
Plastic pollution is a worldwide issue that requires immediate attention as well as all-encompassing solutions. Environmental issues have arisen because of the extensive use of synthetic polymers that are not biodegradable. This summary explores the far-reaching effects of plastic pollution, from 396 million metric tons produced in 2018 to 8–12 million metric tons of plastic from land entering the ocean. Due to their chemical effects on biology, microplastics and nanoplastics are harmful to marine ecosystems and human health. Microplastics’ impact on human health is recognized as a significant worldwide environmental concern. Contamination in agriculture makes more study of the many effects on crop development and soil quality necessary. Potential solutions are investigated, including bioplastics, sustainable plastics, and waste management technologies, including waste-to-energy conversion and chemical recycling. Environmental bioremediation and nanotechnology show promise as solutions to the plastic pollution problem. This chapter underscores the need for interdisciplinary efforts, international collaboration, and sustainable practices to pave the way for a plastic-conscious future.
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