Integrating Bio-based, Biodegradable and Compostable Materials into the Circular Economy: Safety and Infrastructure Compatibility
14 Nov 2024
The Sustainable Materials Stage
Sustainable Materials
1. Microplastics & Marine Biodegradability:
o Understanding the environmental impact of microplastics.
o Innovations in PHA to enhance marine biodegradability.
o Case studies and research findings on PHA degradation in marine environments
2. Recycling:
o Current state of PHA recycling technologies.
o Challenges and solutions in integrating PHA into existing recycling streams.
o The role of policy and industry standards in promoting PHA recycling.
3. Renewable Carbon / Life Cycle Assessment (LCA):
o The importance of renewable carbon sources in the production of PHA.
o Comprehensive life cycle assessments of PHA versus conventional plastics.
o Strategies to improve the sustainability metrics of PHA production and usage.
o Understanding the environmental impact of microplastics.
o Innovations in PHA to enhance marine biodegradability.
o Case studies and research findings on PHA degradation in marine environments
2. Recycling:
o Current state of PHA recycling technologies.
o Challenges and solutions in integrating PHA into existing recycling streams.
o The role of policy and industry standards in promoting PHA recycling.
3. Renewable Carbon / Life Cycle Assessment (LCA):
o The importance of renewable carbon sources in the production of PHA.
o Comprehensive life cycle assessments of PHA versus conventional plastics.
o Strategies to improve the sustainability metrics of PHA production and usage.
