Packaging

Packaging

Extraction, Isolation, and TEMPO-NaBr-NaClO Oxidation Modification of Cellulose from Coffee Grounds
03/04/2025 - This study investigates the extraction, isolation, and chemical modification of cellulose from coffee ground residues using TEMPO-NaBr-NaClO oxidation. These residues represent a promising renewable...
A revolution in sustainable packaging solutions
01/01/2021 - While packaging plays a critical role in keeping our food and beverages fresh and safe, they also pose a serious threat to the environment. That’s because most of the packaging used by the food and...
Analytical Methods for In-Depth Assessment of Recycled Plastics: A Review
07/05/2025 - Assessing the detailed characteristics of recycled plastics is essential for evaluating their quality and suitability for high-value applications compared to virgin polymers. This review provides a...
Correction: Tanaka et al. How Do Eco-Labels for Everyday Products Made of Recycled Plastic Affect Consumer Behavior? Sustainability 2024, 16, 4878
21/02/2025 - The authors would like to make the following corrections about the published paper [...]
Life Cycle Assessment of a Composite Prototype Battery Enclosure for Electric Vehicles
14/02/2025 - The use of lightweight components in automobiles started a new chapter in the automotive sector due to the renewable energy and sustainability increasing the overall efficiency of vehicles. As...
Life Cycle Assessment of End-of-Life Tire Disposal Methods and Potential Integration of Recycled Crumb Rubber in Cement Composites
13/12/2024 - Globally, 1.5 billion annual tire outputs generate a substantial volume of end-of-life tires (ELTs), creating significant environmental challenges. Despite increased recovery rates, ELT management...
Degradation of Low-Density Polyethylene Greenhouse Film Aged in Contact with Agrochemicals
22/11/2024 - Plasticulture is a technique widely affirmed throughout Europe and the rest of the world that employs plastic material for protecting agricultural cultivations, e.g., soil mulching, low/middle tunnel...
Solvolysis of Nylon: A Pathway to Sustainable Recycling and Circular Economy
08/11/2024 - Polyamides (PAs) are extensively utilized across various applications, yet the accumulation of PA residues presents significant ecological and environmental challenges. Given that a substantial...
Fabrication and Characterization of Biopolymers Using Polyvinyl Alcohol and Cardanol-Based Polyols
11/10/2024 - Biodegradable polymers are getting attention as renewable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics due to their environmental benefits. However, improving their physical properties remains...