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ClearGeotechnical changes of Thypha domingensis fiber-derived geotextile under degradation due to climatic variables
Researchers assessed the geotechnical performance and degradation resistance of a geotextile made from Typha domingensis plant fiber, examining whether lignin-based coatings and composite modifications can extend its durability for soil bioengineering applications.
Investigation of the Protective Function of a Lignin Coating of Natural Fiber Geotextiles against Biodegradation
Researchers investigated whether lignin coatings can protect natural fiber geotextiles from soil degradation and UV-driven breakdown, finding that lignin treatment can extend the functional lifespan of biodegradable geotextiles as a more sustainable alternative to synthetic ones.
Influence of Sodium Hydroxide Treatment on Typha domingensis Fibers for Geotextile Manufacturing
Researchers investigated how sodium hydroxide treatment affects the mechanical properties of Typha domingensis plant fibers used for erosion control geotextiles. They found that the chemical treatment improved fiber strength and durability during biodegradation testing on experimental slopes. The study suggests that treated natural fibers could serve as a sustainable, biodegradable alternative to synthetic geotextiles that contribute to microplastic pollution.
Weathering of geotextiles under ultraviolet exposure: A neglected source of microfibers from coastal reclamation
Researchers found that UV weathering of geotextiles used in coastal reclamation projects causes significant microfiber release, identifying these widely used polymeric materials as a neglected source of microplastic pollution in coastal environments.
Structurally engineered cellulose-based mulch film with enhanced hydrophobicity and strength for green agriculture
This paper develops a cellulose-based mulch film coated with starch and a silane compound to mimic the strength and water resistance of conventional plastic agricultural film, achieving a water contact angle of 128 degrees (up from 16 degrees for untreated cellulose) and complete biodegradation in soil within 56 days. Unlike polyethylene mulch films that fragment into persistent microplastics in farmland, this material decomposes within a crop growing cycle, offering a practical biodegradable alternative for agriculture.
Natural Fibre for Geotechnical Applications: Concepts, Achievements and Challenges
This review assessed natural fibers for geotechnical applications including soil reinforcement, drainage, and erosion control, finding that biodegradable natural fibers offer sustainable alternatives to synthetic geotextiles while providing significant structural benefits.
Development and Evaluation of Biodegradable Weed Control Mulch Mats from End-of-Use Cotton Waste
Researchers developed and evaluated biodegradable weed control mulch mats from end-of-life natural fiber materials, assessing their effectiveness at suppressing weeds and their degradation rate in soil as an alternative to plastic mulch films.
Development of bio-based, biodegradable geotextiles for the revegetation of stabilized landslide-prone areas
Researchers developed bio-based, biodegradable geotextile materials from natural fibers for revegetating landslide-prone slopes as an alternative to synthetic plastic geotextiles. The natural fiber materials supported plant growth and degraded over time without leaving persistent plastic in the soil. Replacing synthetic geotextiles with biodegradable alternatives could reduce microplastic contamination of soil and nearby waterways.
Performance and Degradation of Nonwoven Mulches Made of Natural Fibres and PLA Polymer—Open Field Study
Researchers tested biodegradable nonwoven mulches made from jute, hemp, viscose, and PLA biopolymer as alternatives to conventional plastic mulches in a 300-day field study. The study found varying rates of degradation depending on material composition and assessed their effectiveness for weed suppression, soil temperature regulation, and moisture retention compared to traditional plastic films.
Investigation on the Durability of a Polypropylene Geotextile under Artificial Aging Scenarios
Polypropylene geotextiles used in coastal protection were subjected to artificial aging tests simulating UV exposure and mechanical stress, evaluating how stabilizer additives extend service lifetimes and limit microplastic generation.
Geotextile composition, application and ecotoxicology—A review
Researchers reviewed the composition and ecotoxicology of geotextiles — polymer-based fabrics used widely in civil engineering — finding that these materials can degrade into microplastics over time and leach additives, while noting that ecotoxicity data are almost entirely absent for the majority of chemical additives used in these products.
New insights into biodegradable geotextile applications for slope erosion control and greening: final results from two case studies in Canton Ticino, Southern Switzerland
Researchers monitored the performance of a biodegradable geotextile applied to two steep slopes in Switzerland over multiple growing seasons, assessing its ability to support revegetation and control erosion without leaving microplastic residues. The geotextile successfully degraded without persistent plastic residues while supporting plant establishment on challenging slopes.
Effective Removal of Microplastic Particles from Wastewater Using Hydrophobic Bio-Substrates
Researchers tested natural cattail plant fibers as a low-cost, biodegradable material for removing microplastics from wastewater. The hydrophobic fibers were effective at adsorbing microplastic particles, with removal efficiency influenced by water chemistry and contact time. The study suggests that plant-based bio-adsorbents could offer a sustainable and affordable alternative for filtering microplastics from water treatment systems.
Biodegradable fabric with efficient thermal-wet management for eco-friendly weed control and water retention of soil
Researchers developed an eco-friendly weed control fabric from jute fiber as a sustainable alternative to plastic-based ground covers that shed microplastics into soil. By adjusting the fabric density and porosity, they controlled how much sunlight and water could pass through, effectively suppressing weed growth while reducing water evaporation. The biodegradable jute fabric avoids the microplastic contamination problems associated with conventional synthetic weed barriers.
Development of bio-composite mulch film from cotton gin wastes: Study of pesticide residue and outdoor stability and degradation
Researchers developed biodegradable mulch films made from cotton gin waste — an agricultural byproduct — combined with polycaprolactone, and showed they can remain stable during a growing season while degrading more readily than conventional plastic films. Replacing non-degradable plastic mulch, which fragments into soil microplastics, with truly biodegradable alternatives is an important step toward reducing agricultural plastic pollution.
Cellulose Fibre Degradation in Cellulose/Steel Hybrid Geotextiles under Outdoor Weathering Conditions
Researchers evaluated the degradation of cellulose fibers in hybrid cellulose/steel geotextiles under 61 weeks of outdoor weathering, assessing how weather exposure affects the cellulose nonwoven component used to support revegetation on steep slopes stabilized with high-tensile steel meshes.
Design of Biodegradable PU Textile Coating
Researchers developed a biodegradable polyurethane coating for textiles as an alternative to conventional coatings that contribute to microplastic pollution when they end up in landfills. The new coating achieved nearly 60% biodegradation in soil while maintaining acceptable water barrier and mechanical properties. The study demonstrates that functional textile coatings can be designed to break down naturally, reducing their long-term environmental impact.
Performance Spectrum of Home-Compostable Biopolymer Fibers Compared to a Petrochemical Alternative
Researchers compared home-compostable biopolymer fibers to conventional petrochemical alternatives, evaluating their mechanical performance and degradability to assess whether biobased materials can serve as viable substitutes that reduce microplastic pollution.
Strength Characteristics of Clay Soil Reinforced with Natural Fibers
Not relevant to microplastics — this study examines the mechanical properties of clay soil reinforced with natural plant fibers for geotechnical engineering applications.
Study of the Ultraviolet Effect and Thermal Analysis on Polypropylene Nonwoven Geotextile
Polypropylene nonwoven geotextile samples were UV-aged for up to 1,000 hours in the lab, and analysis showed progressive mechanical degradation, increased crystallinity, and surface deterioration, raising questions about long-term durability in infrastructure applications.
A Fully Plant-Based Water- and Oil-Resistant Paper Composite
Researchers developed a fully plant-based paper composite coated with lignin as a water- and oil-resistant alternative to plastic-coated or PFAS-treated food packaging. Optimized hot-pressing conditions produced a coating that resisted water for 100 minutes and oil for 25 minutes, and the material fully biodegraded in garden soil within 56 days.
Constructing robust and antioxidant polyurethane–lignin coatings with biodegradable properties for grass press paper films
This study developed polyurethane coatings incorporating lignin to create robust, antioxidant surface treatments with biodegradable characteristics, testing mechanical durability and antioxidant performance. The lignin-modified coatings showed improved oxidative stability while maintaining protective properties.
Study on the Rapid Degradation Performance of Salix/Wheat Straw Fiber Degradable Film
Researchers prepared a biodegradable cellulose mulch film from Salix and wheat straw fibers using wet papermaking, then tested its degradation behavior under UV exposure and acid-base conditions as an alternative to non-degradable agricultural plastic mulch. Results showed the film degraded at measurable rates under UV conditions over 40 days, with the degradation mechanism analyzed through the cellulose fiber structure.
Aging of PLA/NR electrospun fibers under the influence of UV-irradiation, water and soil environment
Researchers tested how UV light, water, and soil exposure age and degrade biodegradable polylactic acid (PLA) and natural rubber (NR) composite fibers. Higher natural rubber content accelerated degradation, important information for designing biodegradable plastic products that break down as intended without generating persistent microplastics.