With over 95% of bisphenol‐A (BPA) used in the production of polycarbonate (PC) and
epoxy resins, termed here as BPA‐based plastic materials, components, and products …

Chemicals can migrate from polyethylene terephthalate (PET) drink bottles to their content
and recycling processes may concentrate or introduce new chemicals to the PET value …

Greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution are major contributors to climate change,
causing harm to both the planet and people. Since transportation is a significant source of …

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) recycling is crucial for mitigating the environmental impact of PVC
wastes, which take decades to decompose in landfills. This review examines the current …

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is used in textile and packaging industries. The main
source of PET production is fossil fuels with limited capacity. Also, PET products are single …

Improper management of plastics showed a significant impact on climate change and
biodiversity loss. Around 400 million tonnes of plastic waste (PW) have been generated so …

Extended producer responsibility (EPR) initiatives have shown success in enhancing the
independent collection of plastic waste, but the existing recycling industry framework poses …

Austria must recycle more packaging materials. Especially for plastic packaging waste,
significant increases are necessary to reach the EU recycling targets for 2025 and 2030. In …

This study investigates the scope of global marine microplastic pollution and its implications
on marine ecosystems and human health. We first delve into how plastic enters the ocean …

The international community has recognized the significance of plastic pollution, and there is
a growing consensus among governments, organizations, and communities that action is …