Plastic Circularity

Data Development, Flow Analysis, and Value Chain Coordination

AvPaul T. Mativenga,Kunle Ibukun Olatayo

Häftad, Engelska, 2026

1 570 kr

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Plastic Circularity: Data Development, Flow Analysis, and Value Chain Coordination presents a comprehensive framework for tackling the challenge of plastic waste through a circular economy approach. The book explores innovative methodologies for modeling plastic material flows, evaluating sustainability metrics and enhancing stakeholder participation across the value chain. This essential resource covers critical topics such as lifecycle impact assessments, data building, and stakeholder dynamics, providing actionable insights for transitioning to tighter circularity loops.

By offering practical tools and case studies, the comprehensive resource empowers decision-makers to enhance recycling systems and promote sustainable practices, contributing to a more environmentally responsible plastic economy.

Introduces advanced modeling techniques that allow for a thorough analysis of plastic material flows, facilitating a nuanced understanding of sustainability metrics throughout the value chain
Highlights the importance of collaboration in driving the transition to a circular economy for plastics by outlining a structured approach for engaging diverse stakeholders
Provides readers with concrete strategies and benchmarks to evaluate and improve recycling initiatives and circularity efforts by using case studies and practical tools

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2026-11-01
Mått:152 x 229 x undefined mm
Vikt:450 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:250
Förlag:Elsevier Science
ISBN:9780443406676

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Professor Paul Mativenga (he/him) holds a Chair in Multi-scale and Sustainable Manufacturing in the School of Engineering at The University of Manchester, the United Kingdom and is distinguished visiting professor at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa. His research is in sustainable manufacturing, machining science, micro manufacturing, laser processing, low carbon manufacturing and circular economy. He is Director of the Laser Processing Research Laboratory (LPRL). Paul is excited about developing engineering science solutions to the major challenges of resource efficiency and industrial sustainability. His research has been funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), Innovate UK and Industry. Paul is a member of the International Academy of Production Engineering, College International pour la Recherche en Productique (CIRP), Fellow of the RSA and has editorial roles for SAGE and Elsevier Journals in manufacturing science. Dr. Olatayo is a circular economy and sustainability researcher with primary expertise in the modelling of plastic material flows, value chain management, resource efficiency, sustainable waste management, and clean energy. He has contributed significantly in these various fields of research, with a number of published articles in reputable international peer-reviewed journals. He is equally a regular reviewer of articles for several journals. Dr. Olatayo holds a PhD. in Development and Management Engineering (North-West University, South Africa); MSc. in Environmental Technology (University of Teesside, United Kingdom); MSc. in Civil and Environmental Engineering (University of Lagos, Nigeria); and B.Eng. (Hons) in Civil Engineering (University of Ilorin, Nigeria). He is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Postgraduate School of Engineering Management, University of Johannesburg. Annlizé Marnewick is the Head of the University of Johannesburg’s Postgraduate School of Engineering Management in South Africa. Her research focuses on the integration of sustainability requirements in engineering projects, the impact of digitalisation on projects and the impact on society. She is passionate about developing postgraduate students and co-creating sustainable solutions for the local society. She is a registered professional engineer in South Africa.

Innehållsförteckning

1. Plastic economy and the value chain2. Plastic waste and the waste management hierarchy3. Plastics impact and sustainability4. Data building in the plastics value chain5. Modeling of plastic material flows for sustainable decision making6. Participation and dynamics of stakeholders in the value chain7. Progress toward plastic circularity8. Transition towards a world-class system for plastics circularity: Performance and maturity assessment9. Case studies on country transition to a circular plastic economy