Socially Responsible Plastic
| Author | : David Crowther |
| Publisher | : Emerald Group Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 233 |
| Release | : 2023-03-28 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 1804559865 |
The chapters look at socially responsible plastic in countries ranging from China, Malaysia, Pakistan, Spain, Australia and India to Sri Lanka, Nigeria and Bangladesh, with research covering tourism, waste management, the food and drink industry, and the possible advantages of responsible plastic use.
Plastic Waste for Sustainable Asphalt Roads
| Author | : Filippo Giustozzi |
| Publisher | : Woodhead Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 406 |
| Release | : 2022-01-13 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 0323909302 |
Waste polymers have been studied for various applications such as energy generation and biochemical production; however, their application in asphalt roads still poses some questions. Over the last decade, several studies have reported the utilization of waste plastics in roads using different methodologies and raw materials, but there is still significant inconsistency around this topic. What is the right methodology to recycle waste plastics for road applications? What is the correct type of waste plastics to be used in road applications? What environmental concerns could arise from the use of waste plastics in road applications? Plastic Waste for Sustainable Asphalt Roads covers the various processes and techniques for the utilization of waste plastics in asphalt mixes. The book discusses the various material properties and methodologies, effects of various methodologies, and combination of various polymers. It also provides information on the compatibility between bitumen and plastics, final asphalt performance, and environmental challenges. - Discusses the processes and techniques for utilization of waste plastics in asphalt mixes. - Features a life-cycle assessment of waste plastics in road surfaces and possible Environmental Product Declarations (EPD). - Includes examples of on-field usage through various case studies.
International Business, Trade and Institutional Sustainability
| Author | : Walter Leal Filho |
| Publisher | : Springer Nature |
| Total Pages | : 1069 |
| Release | : 2019-10-25 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 3030267598 |
This book addresses the gap between innovative technologies and their adoption. It showcases research, feasibility studies and projects that demonstrate a variety of ways to implement environmental sustainability in globally operating firms, as well as best practices in areas such as international management, adoption of cleaner technologies, global supply chains, greenhouse gas emission reduction, and transportation. The book provides state-of-the-art information on issues including: Global sustainable management practices Global sustainable food and agricultural markets Global responsible mining and energy Global sustainable sourcing Global sustainable transportation Global conservation innovations and investments Presenting expert contributions from industry, government and academia, discussing a variety of themes and perspectives on the topic "international business as a positive force of environmental sustainability” it is a vital resource for stakeholders in the international business community.
Plastics in the Circular Economy
| Author | : Vincent Voet |
| Publisher | : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG |
| Total Pages | : 390 |
| Release | : 2021-03-22 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 3110667134 |
We cannot imagine a world without plastics. Plastic products make our daily life safe, healthy and convenient. Besides all the benefits, the current plastics economy gives rise to environmental concerns with respect to fossil oil depletion and plastic waste accumulation. In a circular economy, however, plastics can be redesigned for reusability and recyclability. This book makes the topic of sustainable plastics approachable for students and career starters alike, describing the nature and chemistry of (bio)polymers as well as how to create a closed loop of plastic materials.
OECD Series on Risk Management of Chemicals A Chemicals Perspective on Designing with Sustainable Plastics Goals, Considerations and Trade-offs
| Author | : OECD |
| Publisher | : OECD Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 76 |
| Release | : 2021-12-07 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 926477288X |
The development of plastic products does not systematically take sustainability, particularly from a chemicals perspective, into account. This report seeks to enable the creation of inherently sustainable plastic products by integrating sustainable chemistry thinking in the design process.
Freshwater Microplastics
| Author | : Martin Wagner |
| Publisher | : Springer |
| Total Pages | : 309 |
| Release | : 2017-11-21 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 3319616153 |
This book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license. This volume focuses on microscopic plastic debris, also referred to as microplastics, which have been detected in aquatic environments around the globe and have accordingly raised serious concerns. The book explores whether microplastics represent emerging contaminants in freshwater systems, an area that remains underrepresented to date. Given the complexity of the issue, the book covers the current state-of-research on microplastics in rivers and lakes, including analytical aspects, environmental concentrations and sources, modelling approaches, interactions with biota, and ecological implications. To provide a broader perspective, the book also discusses lessons learned from nanomaterials and the implications of plastic debris for regulation, politics, economy, and society. In a research field that is rapidly evolving, it offers a solid overview for environmental chemists, engineers, and toxicologists, as well as water managers and policy-makers.
Environmental Policy
| Author | : Thomas Walker |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 336 |
| Release | : 2020-09-09 |
| Genre | : Political Science |
| ISBN | : 1119402557 |
EXPAND YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF HOW ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY AFFECTS BUSINESS, THE ECONOMY, AND YOUR LIFE WITH THIS ESSENTIAL RESOURCE Environmental Policy: An Economic Perspective offers readers a comprehensive examination of the ever-broadening scope and impact of environmental policy, law, and regulation. Editors Thomas Walker, Northrop Sprung-Much, and Sherif Goubran walk readers through a variety of subjects while maintaining a global perspective on the expanding role of environmental law. This book takes a pragmatic and practical approach to its subject matter, showing readers the real impact across the world of different kinds of environmental policy. Among other topics, Environmental Policy: An Economic Perspective tackles: Climate change legislation Water conservation and pricing Biodiversity of the marine environment Wildlife ranching Emission trading schemes Green job strategies Sustainable investing Written for undergraduate and graduate students in any field affected by environmental legislation and policy, this book also belongs on the shelves of anyone who seeks to better understand the increasingly important role of environmental policy on their business and life.
Dealing with Socially Responsible Consumers
| Author | : Jishnu Bhattacharyya |
| Publisher | : Springer Nature |
| Total Pages | : 587 |
| Release | : 2023-01-01 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 9811944571 |
This book contains a collection of teaching cases that study and emphasise how twenty-first-century businesses address and satisfy the needs and wants of socially conscious consumers while remaining profitable. This book explores the practise of marketing for societal benefit through real-life case studies. It provides a critical understanding of marketing approaches such as social marketing, sustainability marketing, and other practises of a similar nature. This book is made up of both long and short real-life cases from various industries, with varying degrees of difficulty.
