Rydz J. Biodegradable Polymers. Value Chain in the Circular Economy 2023

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Studying (bio)degradable polymers value chain can help one understand the importance of these to the environment and human health. This book provides an overview of the biodegradable polymer along the value chain, identifies and analyses existing practices for biodegradable plastics and assess the relevant legal, regulatory, economic and practical reasons for the importance of proper use and proper recycling of biodegradable plastics. It covers related materials development, environmental impacts, their synthesis by traditional and biotechnological routes, policy and certification, manufacturing processes, (bio)degradable polymer properties and so forth.
Recent Advances in the Synthesis of (Bio)degradable Polymers by Traditional Technologies and by Biotechnological Routes
Degradation Principle and Regulations
Manufacturing Processes of (Bio)degradable Polymers
Comprehensive Characterisation of Complex Polymer Systems
Current Trends in the Area of Blends and Composites
New Research Strategy in Forecasting Directions of (Bio)degradable Polyester Applications
(Bio)degradable Polymers of Biological and Biomedical Interest
(Bio)degradable Polymers in Everyday Life
Principles Concerning Sustainability: Present and Future of (Bio)degradable Polymers − Final Conclusions