Bioplastics and Their Environmental Implications

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Author(s): Odangowei Inetiminebi Ogidi (Bayelsa Medical University, Nigeria), Ogola-Emma Ebitimitula (Bayelsa Medical University, Nigeria)and Nduka-Chukwudi Chidimma Adamma (National Inland Waterways Authority, Nigeria)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 34
Source title: Green Chemistry, Sustainable Processes, and Technologies
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Kamal Hirech (Mohammed First University, Morocco)and Mohamed El Massaoudi (Mohammed First University, Morocco)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-9826-5.ch009

Keywords: Chemistry / Engineering Science Reference / Environment & Agriculture / Sustainable Development

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Petroleum-based plastics generate pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and environmental issues due to their persistence in marine and terrestrial ecosystems over their lifespan. Bioplastics represent a novel category of polymeric materials advocated as substitutes for traditional petroleum-based plastics. It is essential to evaluate the ecological impacts of bioplastic utilisation, given concerns regarding their potential to exacerbate significant issues such as detrimental land use changes and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Although extensive information exists, limited evaluations adequately assess the environmental impact of bioplastics. The primary aim of this chapter is to address this knowledge gap. This chapter aims to address the following questions: What types of bioplastics are currently being developed or utilised in the industry? Do bioplastics genuinely contribute to environmental sustainability? Further research is required to perform thorough life cycle assessments and land use change analyses to confirm the environmental sustainability of new materials.

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