Plastic Bottles: Processing, Recycling, Regulations and Alternatives explores the lifecycle of plastic bottles, from creation to disposal, offering a comprehensive and accessible look at bottle packaging. The book is divided into five parts as follows
- Part 1: The History of Plastic Bottles
- Traces the development and integration of plastic bottles into daily life.
- Covers materials used, labeling, and manufacturing processes in the industry.
- Part 2: Environmental Impact
- Examines the limitations of plastic bottles and their environmental consequences.
- Discusses challenges in recycling and showcases case studies.
- Highlights advanced recycling technologies and techniques.
- Part 3: Biopolymers as an Alternative
- Introduces biopolymers as sustainable alternatives to traditional plastic.
- Explores types of biopolymers suitable for bottle production.
- Discusses potential benefits and challenges of biopolymer adoption.
- Part 4: Regulations and Policies
- Focuses on global regulatory frameworks for plastic and biopolymer use.
- Covers Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and its role in waste management.
- Part 5: Future of Bottle Packaging
- Looks ahead at developments in sustainable packaging solutions.
- Discusses innovations in recycling and emerging research trends.
Target Audience
✓ Accessible to students, academics, and industry professionals from both scientific and non-scientific backgrounds.
✓ Concise and easy-to-read, making it suitable for a wide ranging audience.
This book provides a thorough yet compact overview of the plastic and biopolymer bottle packaging industry, offering valuable insights for both academia and industry.
