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UNIVERSITY OF BUCHAREST
FACULTY OF PHYSICS Guest
2024-11-22 1:45 |
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Conference: Bucharest University Faculty of Physics 2024 Meeting
Section: Physics and Technology of Renewable and Alternative Energy Sources
Title:
Recycling and re-use of plastics
Authors:
Petronela LUPU, Sanda VOINEA
Affiliation:
University of Bucharest, Faculty of Physics, 405 Atomiștilor str., PO Box MG-38, Bucharest-Măgurele, Romania
E-mail
petruta_lupu@yahoo.com
Keywords:
plastic waste, recycling, environmental impact
Abstract:
Plastic waste is a major environmental problem with significant economic and environmental implications. Recycling is a crucial solution for efficient waste management, as it allows reuse of raw materials and reduces negative environmental impacts. Plastic production has grown rapidly in recent years, leading to an increase in plastic waste generation globally. The recycling rate of plastic waste is still relatively low, highlighting the need to improve waste management practices and infrastructure. The main challenges in managing plastic waste include the lack of an effective recycling infrastructure, low recycling rates and the difficulty of collecting and sorting plastic waste due to its diverse composition and shapes. In addition, greater awareness and behavioural change among individuals is needed to promote recycling.
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