Planet vs. Plastics

Describes: a) actions taken by Member States to address single-use plastic products (SUPP) pollution and b) a summary of recommendations from a series of LCA meta-studies on the full lifecycle environmental impacts of single-use plastic products in comparison with their alternatives. A critical finding of this work is that “single-use” is more problematic than “plastic”.

This book focuses on the production and characterization of biodegradable food packaging derived from plant, animal and microbial sources. Chapters highlight nano-technological interventions and the less studied microbial biopolymer-based biodegradable food packaging. It also discusses the standards and regulatory guidelines about the biodegradability testing of these polymers.

This book discusses the various aspects of sustainable packaging edibles in food industry. It provides insights about the large quantity of wastes and by-products generated by food processing industries. These wastes contain large amounts of proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, minerals, various bioactive compounds and have eco-friendly packaging potential. The book emphasizes on the fact that recycling these wastes as packaging edibles are sustainable and economical.

This is a comprehensive guide to thinking outside the box to create practical, cost-effective, and eco-responsible packaging. With solid information and actionable ideas, Packaging Sustainability gives you all the tools for maximizing a product's shelf impact--while minimizing its ecological footprint.

This book provides an overview on managing products throughout their lifecycles to conserve resources, decrease environmental impact, and share the burden of responsibility. Includes case studies related to paint, batteries, and packaging.