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